LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 18, 2022
The Highway Patrol said three people were injured in
DNR AWARDS $50,000 GRANT TO HERMANN
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $50,000 Clean Water Engineering Report Grant to the city of
AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATE BOMB THREAT AT
At approximately 12:20 p.m. Tuesday Columbia Police were made aware of a bomb threat at the
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May 17, 2022
SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN
Troopers say two people were taken to
TWO VEHICLE CRASH IN LIVINGSTON
The Highway Patrol reports a two vehicle wreck on US 65, 4 miles north of
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 16, 2022
TRACK HOE FIRE IN
The Montgomery Fire Protection District posted on their social media page recently that firefighters were called to a report of a track hoe on fire on
RALLS
State Troopers say a
A former
Weekend Report- May 14- 15, 2022
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS SECOND FY 2022 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET BILL
On Friday Governor Mike Parson signed a second supplemental budget bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, HB 3015, that was passed by the General Assembly last week. The bill allocates supplemental funding for grant programs and operations across state government, including K-12 school programs, domestic and sexual violence victim services, water and wastewater services, child abuse prevention programs, and health care projects, among others.
HB 3015 totals over $851 million, including over $110 million in general revenue, nearly $383 million in federal funds, and more than $357 million in other funds.
MAY 21- 27 IS NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK!
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to stress the importance of safe boating and make the public aware of National Safe Boating Week, which takes place May 21-27, 2022. National Safe Boating Week is purposefully scheduled just prior to Memorial Day weekend, which many people consider the kickoff to the boating season.
Boaters are encouraged to make time for a thorough inspection of their boat prior to taking it out on the water this boating season. Weather, time, and other elements may affect the readiness of your boat. The Patrol’s marine operations troopers are available to inspect the required equipment on your boat, at your request, to make sure you’re in compliance with state law. To help facilitate these inspections, marine operations troopers will be at the following locations on Saturday, May 21, 2022 (unless otherwise noted):
TROOP C
Meramec River ¯ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
George Winter Park
401 Allen Road
Fenton, MO
Yacht Club of St. Louis ¯ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
105 Lake Village Drive
St. Charles, MO
TROOP F
Lake of the Ozarks State Park Public Beach #2 ¯ May 21st 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Old U.S. Highway 54
Osage Beach, MO
Mari-Osa Access — May 22nd 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
10599 Marina Road
Jefferson City, MO
MDC REPORTS SPRING
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that turkey hunters checked 33,355 birds during
Young turkey hunters also harvested 2,896 birds over the youth weekend, April 9 and 10, bringing the overall 2022 spring turkey harvest to 36,251.
Last year, young turkey hunters harvested 2,795 birds during the spring youth season and hunters harvested 31,800 birds during the regular spring season for a 2021 spring season total harvest of 34,595 turkeys.
The 2022 spring turkey harvest was up about 5% from the 2021 spring turkey harvest but is still about 7% lower than the average spring turkey harvest during the last 5 years (2017-2021).
There were two self-inflicted firearm-related hunting incidents, one fatal and one non-fatal, reported to MDC during the 2022 spring turkey hunting seasons. There were no shooter-victim hunting incidents reported.
Get more information on this year’s spring turkey harvest numbers by county at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 12, 2022
Troopers say 23 year old Maria E. Morris of Fulton was southbound on Callaway County Road 351, just north of County Road 352 at 11:50 last (WED) night when her vehicle left the right side of the roadway and overturned. The driver had minor injuries and was transported by Callaway EMS to
The Highway patrol said a
Columbia Police have arrested Justin Wayne Owen, 36, of
POLICE SAY DEVICE FOUND DOWNTOWN WAS NOT EXPLOSIVE
There was a scare around noon on Wednesday in downtown
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May 11, 2022
A
TWO
The highway patrol said two residents of
MAN KILLED WHEN LAWN MOWER OVERTURNED
KMIZ TV is reporting that
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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May 10, 2022
Sunday morning, May 8, 2022 at approximately 12:30 a.m. Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the 800 block of
Upon arrival, officers located a male victim with injuries caused by gunfire. The victim was identified as Demetrius Ware, 37, of
MOBERLY POLICE ARREST
This past Saturday, May 7, 2022 at approximately 12:30 pm Moberly Police officers responded to a local business for a theft in progress.
On arrival, officers contacted the male subject who was involved with the theft. During the course of the investigation, the male subject fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued, and the male subject was able to elude officers. An area search was conducted and officers located the male hiding in a shed. The male was taken into custody without further incident. The male was identified as 23-year-old Tyler Loyd from
MAN FLEES ON FOOT AFTER BEING HANDCUFFED BY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY
On Monday, May 9, 2022 a Chariton County Deputy attempted to stop a motor vehicle in
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May 9, 2022
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR MAY 2022 HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, May 9, 2022, in observance of Truman Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.
Monday, May 30, 2022, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
CENTRAL MISSOURI
Central Missouri Honor Flight (CMHF) #62 leaves
NAME OF MAN FOUND DEAD NEAR RAILROAD TRACKS RELEASED
KTVO said on Thursday morning, the La Plata Police Department released the identity of the deceased man that was found Wednesday morning near the railroad tracks. He has been identified as Anthony William Richardson, 33, of
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May 5, 2022
CLOSED:
Missouri Route 94 in
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KMIZ TV reports a
04/22/2022 – 04/28/2022
· On April 22, 2022, Deputies received information about a subject at the New Florence Post Office who had an active warrant for his arrest. Upon arrival, Deputies learned the subject had left the area on foot, through the employee area, leaving his car behind. Deputies stayed in the area and a short time later Deputies made contact with the subject when he returned to retrieve his vehicle. The subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
· On April 23, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of Highway WW and observed a vehicle with an equipment violation. Deputies stopped the vehicle and through the course of the traffic stop discovered the driver had 2 outstanding warrants, one out of
· On April 24, 2022, Deputies were patrolling Highway 19 near
· April 24, 2022, Deputies responded to a 911 hang up call in Jonesburg. Once on scene deputies discovered several subjects outside the residence that had been in an altercation. After further investigation, one subject was arrested and charged with Domestic Assault.
· Calls for the Week:
· Assist Other Agency –
· C & I – I 70
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Medical –
· Medical – New
· 911 Accidental – New
· C & I – I 70
· Citizen Assist – New
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint –
· Motorist Assist –
· Disturbance – New
· Vandalism – Jonesburg
· Child Custody Dispute –
· C & I – High Hill
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Harassment – Jonesburg
· Abandoned Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· C & I – I 70
· C & I – I 70
· Civil Stand by – Jonesburg
· Attempt to Contact – New
· Check Well Being –
· Child Custody Dispute – High Hill
· 911 Open Line –
· Stealing –
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – New
· Disturbance – New
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency –
· Suspicious Person – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Threats – Wellsville
· Motorist Assist –
· Public Service Request –
· Assist Other Agency – Wellsville
· Vandalism – High Hill
· Special Assignment – Wellsville
· Alarm – High Hill
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Domestic – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard –
· Suspicious Vehicle – McKittrick
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Civil Matter – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Attempt to Contact – McKittrick
· Investigation –
· Public Service Request –
· Information –
· Violation Exparte/Full Order – Wellsville
· Public Service Request – New
· Disturbance –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Harassment – McKittrick
· Assist Other Agency – Wellsville
· Citizen Assist –
· Rape/Sexual Assault –
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency – McKittrick
· Assist Other Agency – High Hill
· Suicidal Subject –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Stealing –
· Stealing –
· Abandoned Vehicle – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Civil Stand by – McKittrick
· Harassment –
· Motorist Assist –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Animal Complaint – New
· Domestic –
· Medical - High Hill
· Mental Health - Jonesburg
· Warrant Arrest - New
· Child Custody Exchange -
· Warrant Arrest - New
· Domestic Assault - Jonesburg
· Stealing -
· Property Damage - Jonesburg
· Vandalism - High Hill
· Sexual Exploitation of a Minor -
· Sexual Assault - High Hill
· Civil Issue - Jonesburg
· Suicidal Subject -
· Assist Other Agency - McKittrick
· Domestic Assault -
· Overdose - High Hill
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May 4, 2022
The highway patrol said two drivers were northbound on US 61, south of Route WW in
HIGH SPEED PURSUIT ENDS IN ARREST SOUTH OF EXCELLO TUESDAY
A suspect is in custody after leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit in a stolen vehicle. The Highway Patrol said shortly before noon Tuesday the vehicle was going down Interstate 70 when a license plate reader alerted authorities that the vehicle had been stolen from Moberly on March 23rd. Authorities continued to watch for the vehicle and troopers positioned themselves along Highway 63 in the Moberly area. Sgt. Justin Dunn, Public Information Officer for Troop B with the patrol said the actual pursuit started Tuesday afternoon in Moberly and headed north on Highway 63. At one point a trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but called off the chase shortly afterwards due to safety concerns as the car thief was allegedly driving over 100 miles per hour. Moments later, deputies with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department started pursuit and as the vehicle continued on into
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May 3, 2022
EARTHQUAKE INSURANCE COVERAGE IN THE HIGHEST RISK AREAS OF
The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) has issued a new Earthquake Insurance Market Report that shows earthquake coverage in the highest risk areas of the New Madrid fault region of the state has hit historic lows. In the six-county New Madrid region of the state, the percentage of residences with earthquake coverage has declined by an astonishing 49 percentage points between 2000 and 2021, from 60.2 to 11.4 percent.
The cost of earthquake insurance has risen by 816 percent since 2000 in the region. And while the price and lack of availability of insurance are likely major factors for the drop in coverage, another potential reason is that some consumers believe they already have coverage.
Recent consumer research conducted by the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, the Center for Insurance Policy and Research at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), and the University of Missouri’s Disaster and Community Crisis Center has shown that many homeowners in the highest risk areas of the New Madrid Seismic Zone don’t realize their current standard homeowners insurance policies don’t cover damage caused by earthquakes. The DCI runs an earthquake insurance education and awareness campaign each year to provide information and knowledge to those in the region who need to make decisions about coverage and plan to prepare and recover should a significant earthquake event occur.
The DCI is hosting the first Central U.S. Earthquake Insurance Summit in
ARSON SUSPECTED IN WEEKEND HOUSE FIRE IN
Investigators told KTVO a weekend house fire in
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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05/02/2022
TWO KILLED IN TRAGIC CRASH IN FRANKLIN COUNTY SUNDAY
The highway patrol said 2 teenagers died as a result of a Franklin County crash Sunday morning at 8:18 AM. Troopers say 18 year pld Keegan Wiedemann of New Haven, MO was westbound on Highway 100 at Newport Road and was traveling too fast fpr the curvy road conditions. The pickup he was driving traveled off the right side of the roadway and the driver overcorrected to his left. The vehicle began to skid and slide. The vehicle crossed the center of the road where the driver overcorrected to his right and the auto began to skid and slide. The pickup than began to overturn and traveled off the left side of the roadway ejecting both the driver and a passenger identified as a 15 year old male juvenile of Hermann. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene while the passenger was flown by helicopter to Mercy St. Louis Hospital where he died Sunday night
AUDRAIN COUNTY ACCIDENT FRIDAY AFTERNOON
The patrol investigated a crash in Audrain County on MO 19, northbound at Route J Friday afternoon at 1:40 pm. The crash happened as 74 year old Judy Wyble of Bowling Green was westbound on US 54 when 43 year old Jeremy Blosser of Halfway, MO was northbound on MO 19/ The Wyble auto traveled into the path of the Blosser vehicle and Blosser’s vehicle struck the Whyble auto. Blosser was not injured, however a passenger in his vehicle, 75 year old Wanda Hostetler of Halfway, MO had serious injuries. Wyble also had serious injuries and both were transported to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment.
MAN HURT IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Bowling Green man was hurt in an accident that occurred just before 12pm Friday in Montgomery County. The patrol says that 76 year old Angelo Murabito of Middletown was on MO 161 when he failed to negotiate a curve and his vehicle crossed the center of the road and struck the front of an auto driven by 25 year old Richard Steward which caused his vehicle to travel off the right side of the road, while the other one became engulfed in flames. Steward was taken to Hermann Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
TWO KILLED IN HEAD-ON CRASH IN PIKE COUNTY THURSDAY NIGHT
The highway patrol reports a head-on crash in Pike County late Thursday night killed both drivers involved. It happened at 11:55 p.m. on Highway 54, one-half mile east of Pike County Road 279 when a car driven by Caleb Perez, 22, of Louisiana, Missouri, crossed the center line and collided head-on with an oncoming pickup truck. The truck was driven by Jason Hagaman, 44, also of Louisiana, Missouri. Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical crews a short time after the crash happened.
TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
An O’Fallon teen was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday night in Gasconade County. The report states that the teen was on MO 100 when his car ran off the right side of the roadway, struck an embankment, overturned and came to rest. He sustained moderate injuries and was transported by ambulance to Hermann Hospital for treatment.
WOMAN HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
An Elsberry woman was hurt in a Saturday night crash in Lincoln County. 47 year old Laura Skirvin was on Route JJ when her vehicle traveled off the north side of the road and struck a utility pole. She was taken to SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in Lake St. Louis for treatment of minor injuries.
COLUMBIA POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOTS FIRED IN 5000 BLOCK OF ALPINE RIDGE DRIVE
Saturday night, April 30th, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Columbia Police responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the area of Alpine Ridge Drive and Panorama Lane. Upon arriving on scene, officers located evidence confirming shots had been fired in the 5000 block of Alpine Ridge Drive. During the investigation, officers found one vehicle had been struck by gunfire. No injuries were reported. Police say there is no suspect information available at this time and that this is an ongoing investigation. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652. To report a tip without including your name or contact information, call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477).
COLUMBIA POLICE INVESTIGATE VEHICLE THEFT & COLLISSION WITH INJIURY SATURDAY
Columbia Police are investigating a vehicle theft and single-vehicle collision with injury that occurred Saturday, April 30 near the intersection of North Stadium Boulevard and Primrose Drive. At approximately 11 a.m. officers observed a passenger vehicle on Texas Avenue. They determined it was the same vehicle reported stolen at 6:20 a.m. in the 4000 block of Ria Street. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but the vehicle fled. Officers engaged in a brief pursuit that ended when the vehicle left the roadway at the intersection of North Stadium Boulevard and Primrose Drive. The Columbia Fire Department and emergency medical services responded to the scene to provide medical aid to the occupants of the stolen vehicle. The first occupant of the vehicle was identified as Thomas Nida, 18, of Columbia. Nida was transported by ambulance to a local hospital to be evaluated. The second occupant, a juvenile, was taken by officers to a local hospital for medical evaluation. The juvenile has since been released to parents. Nida was arrested for tampering in the second degree. The investigation continues
COLUMBIA POLICE MAKE ARREST IN CONNECTION TO SHOTS FIRED INCIDENT FRIDAY IN THE 3000 BLOCK OS STADIUM BOULEVARD\
Columbia Police have arrested Darrion Hill, 22, of Columbia, for harassment in the first degree, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon. The arrest is in connection with an incident that occurred on Thursday, April 28 at approximately 5:45 p.m., when officers were dispatched for multiple reports of shots fired around the Domain Apartments in the 3900 block of Stadium Boulevard. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found evidence confirming shots had been fired and learned that the suspect later identified as Hill had fled. Officers determined the shooting had resulted in no known injuries. Officers canvassed the area and conducted interviews leading to the identification of Hill as the suspect. Hill was located in the 4800 block of Geyser Boulevard at approximately 9:15 p.m. where officers arrested him without incident. Police say this is an ongoing investigation. More information may become available at a later time.
Weekend Report- April 30- May 1, 2022
MAN HURT IN
A
TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
An O’Fallon teen was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday night in
WOMAN HURT IN SATURDAY NIGHT CRASH
An Elsberry woman was hurt in a Saturday night crash in
April 28, 2022
TWO ARRESTED IN
On Tuesday at approximately 2:41PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 100 block of
Recently we told you that the Monroe County Clerk was under investigation, but it wasn’t clear what that investigation was actually about. Now we know that investigation focused on alleged violation of State Election Laws. On Wednesday, Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced the findings of an investigation relating to claims of misconduct and said in a statement that after his office reportedly verified complaints concerning Monroe County Clerk La Jeana Peterson, he sent a statement of probable cause to the Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office. Peterson allegedly violated election laws by allowing a candidate to file after the March 29, 5 p.m. deadline. Ashcroft went on to say “We want to support the diligence and hard work of our clerks in every way we can, but we also have a responsibility to the citizens of
DEA DRUG TAKE BACK IS THIS SATURDAY
Leftover medication can be dangerous and poses threats to our communities. You can dispose of your unused or unwanted medication during the annual The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at sites across
April 27, 2022
BOONE
The Highway Patrol said two vehicles collided in
If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1922, it’s not too late to have it recognized as a 2022 Missouri Century Farm. The deadline to apply to the program has been extended to June 1. To qualify, the same family must have owned the farm for 100 consecutive years. The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings and nephews or nieces, including through marriage or adoption. The farm must be at least 40 acres of the original land acquisition and make a financial contribution to the overall farm income. Since the program began in 1976, more than 8,000
7TH ANNUAL HOME RUN AGAINST HUNGER CAMPAIGN
With 896,570 Missourians labeled as “food insecure” according to the Map the Meal Gap 2016 study, Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance recognizes the need to obtain and distribute food to hungry families across the state. For the seventh consecutive year, insurance agents and producers, customer service representatives, regional coordinators and many volunteers are accepting donations from now to May 20 at their local offices to be distributed locally. The 2022 Home Run Against Hunger campaign is one of several events Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance organizes annually to help those in need.
While most non-perishable donations are appreciated, there are some types of food items that allow local pantries to best meet the needs of the communities they serve. These items include: canned tuna or chicken, boxed or bagged pasta, canned soup or chili, boxed crackers, peanut butter and instant mashed potatoes. Monetary donations are more important than ever. Monetary donations give local pantries resources to fill the greatest needs and meet nutritional challenges within the community. All checks collected stay in the region. According to the Map the Meal Gap 2016 study, 241,830
April 26, 2022
STATE OF
Governor Mike Parson has proclaimed April 24 to April 30 as Crime Victims’ Rights Week in
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In addition to administering the Missouri Crime Victims’ Compensation Program and grant programs that provide millions of dollars to support crime victim advocates, domestic violence shelters and to investigate cyber criminals who target children, the Department of Public Safety has taken on three additional grant programs in the last year:
· A total of $1.8 million in grants was awarded in September 2021 through the Crimes Against Children/Sex Crimes Grant for hiring additional staff and other expenditures to investigate, prosecute and detect crimes against children.
· A total of $500,000 in grants was awarded in November 2021 to nonprofit agencies to help deter crime in economically distressed areas of
· A total of $2.6 million in grants was awarded in April 2022 through a Victims of Crime Grant to support domestic violence service agencies, child advocacy centers, law enforcement and other service providers.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE RELEASES 2021 CONSUMER COMPLAINT INDEX
Missourians can use the 2021 Consumer Complaint Index as a tool when choosing an insurer. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance released the index, which presents data on complaints against insurance companies received by the department between 2017 and 2021.
The number of complaints has steadily declined overall. For most lines of insurance, the most common reason for complaints was claim denials or other issues arising from the claim settlement process. Consumers can use the report to determine how their insurer stacks up against others for a given line of business.
The 2021 Consumer Complaint Index presents data for seven lines of business, including private passenger automobile, life and annuity, accident and health, long-term care, Medicare supplement, HMOs, and homeowners, including farm, mobile home, personal fire, and allied lines.
One of the reasons the department makes this information publicly available is to allow consumers to use the index as a metric when choosing between different insurance companies. The complaint index compares the ratio of complaints to premium sales for each company to the industry average for each line of business.
Companies with a complaint index of 100 percent or more show that the department received more complaints than the industry average for that company. Companies with a complaint index of less than 100 percent had fewer complaints filed against them than the industry average. Companies with a complaint index of 100 percent were on par with the industry average.
If consumers have insurance-related questions, they can call the department's Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov.
The Columbia Police Department is encouraging residents to participate in a free training session on Monday May 9th via Zoom. The one hour training outlines both active and passive crime prevention methods while learning what observation techniques you can use to identify and reduce crime in your neighborhood. You can register on line at www.columbianeighborhoodwatch.org
April 25, 2022
VANDALIA MAN KILLED IN
Authorities say a man from Vandalia was killed on US 61, just south of
REPORT OF SHOTS FIRED IN
The Boone County Sheriff's department is investigating a report of shots fired in southwest
NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
The Boone County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with the Youth Community Coalition and law enforcement agencies throughout Boone County including Columbia Missouri Police Department, Ashland, Missouri Police Department, Centralia Missouri Police Department, Hallsville Missouri Police Department, University of Missouri Police Department, and VA Hospital Police Departments, will be conducting a Prescription Drug Take Back event at multiple locations April 29th and 30th, 2022. This event coincides with the National Drug Take Back event sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency. This effort is undertaken to provide the community with appropriate disposal of their expired, unused, or unwanted prescription medications. The benefits of the Take Back event include that these prescription medications do not fall into the hands of our youth where they may be abused or distributed inappropriately. Further, the proper disposal of these medications aids in protecting the environment as it is detrimental to ground source water if medications are flushed.
Two collection sites are open Friday, April 29th, 2022.
Below are five collection sites open Saturday, April 30th, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Citizens may go to any one of these locations during the times listed and drop off their unwanted medications for disposal. Please, no sharps (needles). Following the collection, all medications will be turned over to the DEA for proper disposal.
Weekend Report- April 23-24, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PATCHING
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times.
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
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WOMAN HURT IN
A Fenton woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
April 21, 2022
ADDITIONAL DETAILS REGARDING SHOOTINGS IN
Police have released additional details of the shootings in
500 POUNDS OF PACKAGED POT SCATTERED AROUND CRASH SITE ON I-70, NEAR THE CALLAWAY/MONTGOMERY
The highway patrol said 2 people have been arrested on felony drug trafficking charges after 500 pounds of packaged pot was located scattered around a crash site on Interstate 70 near the Callaway & Montgomery County Line Wednesday morning. According to the report, the incident happened when a semi swerved to avoid a crash and was then hit from behind by a pickup.. Then another tractor trailer unit went off the left side of the roadway and struck the pickup. All three of those vehicles were traveling eastbound. The pickup truck was driven by 24 year old David Mora Navarro who had moderate injuries. 32 year old Victor Gonzalez Acosta and 37 year old Edith Lerma also had moderate injuries. Those two men were arrested for felony drug trafficking. Navarro was also charged with C & I driving involving a crash. The two men and the one woman are all from the Country of Mexico and were treated for their injuries at
Wednesday afternoon at 12:27 pm, the Fulton Police Department along with the Callaway County Sheriff's Office and MUSTANG Drug Task force, executed a narcotics related search warrant at
April 20, 2022
HOME INVASION IN
Monday night, 04/18/2022 at 8:53 PM, Fulton Police responded to the 300 block of
ANOTHER BODY FOUND NEAR SCENE OF REPORTED
Police in
LAW ENFORCEMENT REMINDING CITIZENS TO LOCK VEHICLES AND REMOVE KEYS AND VALUABLES
Area Law Enforcement agencies continue to investigate reports involving thefts from vehicles in North Central Missouri as well as several stolen vehicle reports. To date, all the thefts are believed to have been from unlocked vehicles and the stolen vehicles were also unlocked with the keys in the vehicle. The most recent thefts occurred in Adair and
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at approximately 5:23PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 800 block of
10 NEW TROOPERS TO GRADUATE FROM
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces that 10 troopers will graduate from the Patrol’s
Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe will provide the keynote address and Col. Olson will address the class during the graduation. The Honorable Robin Ransom, Supreme Court of Missouri, will administer the Oath of Office to the new troopers. The Troop F Color Guard will present the colors and Sergeant Andrew A. Henry, Troop H, will sing the national anthem. Trooper Peter D. Hummel, class chaplain, will provide the invocation and benediction.
Four class awards will be presented during the graduation ceremony. The recruits accumulate points toward graduation in the categories of physical fitness, firearms, and academics throughout their 15 weeks at the Academy. The person with the highest number of points in each category will earn the respective award.
The names (hometowns) and first assignments of members of the 114th Recruit Class are listed below:
Troop B
Peter D. Hummel (Quincy, IL), Marion/Ralls Counties
Tj A. Willock (Colchester, IL), Macon/Shelby Counties
Troop C
Jake R. Stombaugh (Taylorville, IL), Ste. Genevieve/Perry Counties
Troop E
Orrin D. Hawkins (Fredericktown, MO), Bollinger/Cape Girardeau/Scott Counties
Troop F
Stephen W. Bean (Denton, TX), Boone County
Chase A. Fox (Baylis, IL), Boone County
Isaiah S. Lemasters (Middletown, MO), Montgomery County
Casey A. Marks (Eldon, MO), Camden County
Troop H
Sean P. Gomez (King City, MO), Buchanan/Andrew Counties
Troop I
Eric Walker (Lebanon, MO), Phelps/Maries Counties
SOMO SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR 2022 STATE SUMMER GAMES
Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is recruiting individuals to volunteer for the 2022 State Summer Games, May 20-22 in
The State Summer Games will bring more than 1,000 athletes, coaches and unified partners from across the state to
Volunteers play a very important role in the success of this event. There are a wide variety of opportunities available, including scorekeeping, awards announcing, opening ceremonies set up and much more. Most volunteer shifts include a minimum four-hour commitment, and each volunteer receives a complimentary T-shirt along with a very rewarding experience. Go to our volunteer hub for a complete listing of volunteer jobs and shifts. For questions regarding volunteer opportunities at the 2022 State Summer Games, please contact Greg Wingrath at Wingrath@somo.org.
April 18, 2022
AMEREN
This Earth Week, Ameren
Customers interested in being part of the program’s next expansion can add their name to a waiting list to be first in line for the next opportunity. When opened for sign-ups later this year, the program will be easier to participate in than ever before with all residential and small business customers now able to offset up to 100% of their energy use.
The Community Solar Program started as a pilot in 2018, offering customers the opportunity to invest in solar energy generation in their community through a shared system. The program has since been made permanent and is now generating clean energy from the
To learn more about the Community Solar Program and see how Ameren
HAVE YOU SEEN OR DO YOU KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF BEVERLY J. LOGAN?
As of just recently, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the disappearance of Beverly J. Logan.
COLUMBIA
On Sunday, April 17 at approximately 1:45 a.m., Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Ninth and Cherry Streets. Columbia Police arrested Victor L. Arriaga, 20, of
Weekend Report- April 16-17, 2022
TWO INJURED, ONE SERIOUSLY IN CALLAWAY
Two teenage boys from Mokane were injured, one seriously in an accident that occurred after 7pm Saturday in
TWO HURT, ONE SERIOUSLY IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
Two Gravois Mills boys were hurt, one seriously in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Saturday morning crash in
April 14, 2022
DRUG BUST AT CALLAWAY COUNTY HOTEL
Tuesday night, authorities in
04/01/2022 – 04/07/2022
The first week of April has been very busy for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department …
· On April 1 2022, Deputies received a stop and hold request from
· On April 3, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On April 4, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On April 5, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On April 6, 2022, while conducting a business check in Jonesburg, deputies noticed a vehicle running in the parking lot that they had not seen before. As deputies approached, the vehicle took off at a high rate of speed. Deputies initiated their emergency lights and the vehicle failed to stop. Deputies pursued the vehicle into
· On April 6, 2022, Deputies responded to Burglary report on Highway JJ, New Florence. The victim was contacted by a friend informing him that his Polaris UTV was missing. Once on scene the deputy was informed several more items had also been removed from the residence and a barn located on the property. Some of the items stolen are as follows: Green 2006 Polaris Ranger, Red 2 ton car jack, New Stainless Steel shop vac, yellow
Calls for the Week:
· Special Assignment – Jonesburg
· Citizen Assist –
· Alarm –
· Information –
· Threats – New
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Medical – Wellsville
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Medical –
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Domestic –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Citizen Assist – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Citizen Assist – New
· Medical –
· Public Service Request –
· Domestic –
· Public Service Request – McKittrick
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request –
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Assist Other Agency – I 70
· Medical – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Trespassing –
· Missing Child/Person –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Abandoned Vehicle – High Hill
· 911 Accidental -
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Animal Abuse/Neglect – New
· Disturbance –
· Attempt to Contact – Wellsville
· Disturbance –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Fire –
· C & I – I 70
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Assault – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Medical – Jonesburg
· C & I –
· Assist Other Agency – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
· Overdose – New
· Motorist Assist – New
· Stealing –
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· Juvenile Complaint – Jonesburg
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· Child Custody Dispute – Wellsville
· Medical –
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· Investigation –
· Stealing –
· Fire – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Investigation –
· Information –
· Missing Child/Person – High Hill
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Check Well Being –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Assault -
· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Abandoned Vehicle – New
· Assault - McKittrick
· Trespass –
· Property Damage -
· Missing Person -
· Burglary -
· Keeping a Dangerous Dog - Jonesburg
· Felony Warrant Arrest -
· Burglary -
· Towed Vehicle -
· Assault - New
· Overdose - New
· Burglary - New
· Resist Arrest by Fleeing - Jonesburg
· Assault on School Property –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Motor Vehicle Accident -
April 13, 2022
A MORE THAN 20 HOUR STANDOFF IN
A Moberly,
On Tuesday, April 12, 2022, Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced that the Attorney General’s Office has reached a favorable resolution in a lawsuit the Office filed against
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office initially raised concerns about the
Revise its policies to permit parents to record their children’s Individualized Education Plan meetings, consistent with the law and Attorney General guidance;
Attend Sunshine Law training administered by the Attorney General’s Office;
Implement a Sunshine Law records request tracking system;
Further, if Moberly enters into a contract with third-party technology service provider to manage its records and search for records in response to a Sunshine Law request, the contract will not impede public access to records or result in overcharging citizens who submit requests. A link to the full settlement is available on our station website. That link is: https://ago.mo.gov/docs/default-source/press-releases/fully-executed-settlement-agreement(13295685-1).pdf?sfvrsn=bc9a819a_2
MDC REPORTS YOUNG HUNTERS TOOK 2,881
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young turkey hunters in
Young hunters checked 2,795 turkeys during the 2021 spring youth weekend.
“Despite a cooler than normal morning on Saturday, the weather during the youth weekend provided mostly favorable hunting conditions,” said MDC Turkey Biologist Reina Tyl. “It was great to see almost three thousand youth were able to capitalize on those good conditions and make lasting memories of a successful turkey hunt.”
Get more harvest information by county at extra.mdc.mo.gov/widgets/harvest_table/.
The regular spring turkey season runs April 18 through May 8. For more on spring turkey hunting in
April 12, 2022
JONESBURG MAN FACING ADDITIONAL CHARGES
On Saturday morning, April 9, 2022, at 12:10 am, a Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy stopped a vehicle in the Jonesburg area for an equipment violation. Upon making contact, the driver advised he worked for local repair shop and was test driving a customer's vehicle. During the course of the traffic stop, the Deputy learned the driver, 34 year old John M. Schmidt of Jonesburg, had a suspended driver's license. The Deputy told Schmidt he was under arrest for driving while suspended and asked him to step out of the vehicle. Schmidt refused to comply, the Deputy opened his door, and Schmidt resisted while the Deputy was trying to remove him from the vehicle. During the struggle the Deputy got Schmidt's left wrist handcuffed. Schmidt then put the vehicle in drive, took off at a high rate of speed, and nearly ran over the deputy with the back tires of the vehicle. Deputies pursued Schmidt throughout the Jonesburg area before Schmidt decided to take the chase off road onto his family's farm. Deputies continued to pursue Schmidt as he plowed through fields, around farm equipment, and irrigation rigs. During the pursuit, Deputies advised they had to stop while Schmidt dangerously drove circles around farm equipment, purposely throwing mud all over the patrol vehicles. Deputies called off the pursuit after Schmidt struck a patrol vehicle and the Deputies were no longer able to see due to all the mud on their windshields. Schmidt is currently on probation for Aiding the Escape of a Prisoner and Weapon Offenses. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is continuing to search for Schmidt, and say once arrested he will be facing several other charges including Driving While Suspended, Stealing, C&I Driving, Felony Resisting Arrest, 2nd Degree Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer, and Felony Leaving the Scene of an Accident. If anyone knows of Schmidt’s location, please contact the
Columbia Police have arrested Marquez
AUTHORITIES REMAIN IN STANDOFF WITH MOBERLY MAN WHO IS ARMED AND BARRICADED INSIDE RESIDENCE
The Randolph County Sheriff’s Department identified the man as 59 year old Stephen Jay Thorp who at last word remained barricaded in a home on
April 11, 2022
On Saturday, April 9 at approximately 4 p.m., Columbia Police were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the 4600 block of
KZZT MARKS 35 YEARS OF SERVICE
35 years ago a new radio station signed on the air serving residents of the area and 35 years later that station is still on the air serving advertisers and residents of the area, still delivering a contemporary rock and roll format and still locally owned and operated by the same majority ownership and management. It was 6am, Friday, April 10th, 1987 that 105.5 FM, KZZT officially signed on the air. Much has changed since that sign on day when music was still being pressed and sold at record stores on vinyl. Vinyl records. Reel to reel tape machines and more were soon replaced with compact discs, and DAT tape, then came mp3s and other types of digital offerings and computer technology. The Internet, streaming options, satellite radio and more not even heard of. In 1987, KZZT was a 3000 watt radio station. Later 6000 watts, then 25,000 and today 50,000 watts of power. Many people have been involved in 105.5’s success over the years, from those who volunteered their time so the station could be on air 24/7, to countless others. Many of the early voices are still on the radio in various markets and some of those voices as well as others involved in the early days have moved on, but still call Moberly home. Today, KZZT is part of a broadcast family that consists of nine broadcast signals with various formats that covers most of North Missouri, a large part of Central Missouri, parts of
WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK
Crashes with protective vehicles with truck/trailer-mounted attenuators (TMAs) increased yet again in 2021, accompanied by 17 work zone fatalities. These numbers make
In 2021, MoDOT TMAs were struck an unprecedented 61 times. “Any time you pass highway workers on a
It’s not just a courtesy to slow down and move over for these work zones—it’s the law. Be aware of changing traffic conditions, observe warning signs and merge before reaching lane closures.
Weekend Report- April 9-10, 2022
TEEN INJURED IN FRIDAY NIGHT WRECK
A Boonville teen was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Friday night in
TWO KILLED, ONE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ST. LOUIS COUNTY ACCIDENT
Two people were killed and another was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 1:05am Saturday in
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was hurt in a Saturday morning crash in
April 7, 2022
FORMER TROOPER IN COOPER &
A former Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper pleaded guilty recently and was sentenced to 2 years of court supervised probation. Zachary Czerniewski joined the patrol in April 2012. In July of 2018 he was promoted to corporal and then received another promotion to sergeant in July of 2021 and reportedly resigned from the patrol in March of this year after allegations of falsifying traffic stop reports in both Montgomery and Cooper counties surfaced. On Wednesday he entered a plea of guilty to 12 misdemeanor counts of falsifying traffic stop reports by purposely violating provisions of Chapter 590 of the RSMo. Court documents indicated the former trooper reportedly admitted "he does not always accurately record the required information in the racial profiling report," and asked the person to whom he gave this information to keep it between them. In some cases, the trooper allegedly reported the driver's race as "white" when the driver was Black, while in others, he allegedly made searches during the stop but reported making no searches in his documentation.
FORMER BRAYMER SCHOOL TEACHER FACING ADDITIONAL CHARGES
A former Missouri School teacher at Braymer High School, 29 year old Zachary W. Douglas, is accused and charged for allegedly sending nude pictures and videos of himself to two young girls and is now facing new charges. In a separate case,
April 6, 2022
Tuesday was General Municipal Election Day in
ELMWOOD
The Missouri State Highway Patrol's dive team that searched
MOBERLY MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER 2ND DEGREE AFTER OVERDOSE DEATH INVESTIGATION
On April 4, 2022, the Randolph County Prosecuting Attorney charged Dustin K. Pool of Moberly with Murder 2nd degree. The charge is the result of an investigation conducted by the Moberly Police Department and the North Missouri Drug Task Force into the death of a Moberly resident in January 2022. Through the course of the investigation, it was learned the resident died from an overdose of the drug, fentanyl, which was allegedly supplied by Pool. Pool is currently incarcerated in the Missouri Department of Corrections.
April 5, 2022
IT’S ELECTION DAY – DON’T FORGET TO VOTE!
Today is the April Municipal Election and
PATROL ARREST REPORTS
The Highway Patrol reports 44 year old Earnest L. Nash of
HIGHWAY PATROL DIVERS SEARCHING
Divers spent much of the day Monday searching a northeast
April 4, 2022
A 20 year old
On Saturday, April 2, at approximately 7 p.m. Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the 2600 block of
TROOPERS REPORT SEVERAL ARRESTS SATURDAY
The Highway Patrol reported several arrests involving area residents on Saturday. In
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
03/28/2022
NEW BLOOMFIELD CRASHES AFTER SUFFERING MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Troopers say 74 year old Dennis Helming of New Bloomfield was involved in a crash after suffering a medical emergency at 2PM Saturday afternoon in Callaway County on eastbound County Road 346, just west of Route J. His auto went off the left side of the road, struck the ground and a tree before overturning and then returning to the road where the auto came to rest on the drivers side. Helming was transported to University Hospital in Columbia with moderate injuries.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY CRASH SHUT DOWN BOTH WESTBOUND LANES OF I-70 SATURDAY MORNING
A trucker from Prospect, TN had moderate injuries after a crash involving his big rig happened in Montgomery County at the 165 mile marker of Interstate 70 westbound around 5;22 Saturday morning. The patrol said the driver attempted to avoid a stopped vehicle in the roadway. The driver overcorrected and lost control and the unit overturned and came to rest blocking both westbound lanes
NECAC FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAM SCHEDULED TO END MARCH 31ST
After more than 30 years, the not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) is ending its Family Planning Health Services program March 31. The decision was approved March 22 by the NECAC Board of Directors, and covers NECAC Family Planning clinics in Hannibal, Bowling Green, Warrenton and O’Fallon. The agency is notifying patients, who will be directed to other providers.The program received federal Title X funding from the Missouri Family Health Council, and served more than 1,000 people in 2021. However, funding for services has dropped as the number of clients has decreased substantially over the last few years. Even with efforts to increase revenue, the program has operated in the red – around $75,000 this year. The deficit is being made up from other sources. In addition, the COVID pandemic impacted staffing and client visits. About 30 percent of NECAC’s patients were uninsured and fell below the federal poverty level for 2021. It was noted between the lack of broader Medicaid expansion in Missouri and other state resources, the program was no longer financially viable.The decision means the permanent layoff of three employees. The clinics offered a variety of affordable family planning services to people of all ages, including birth control services and education, pregnancy testing, options counseling, prenatal education, sexually-transmitted disease testing and treatment, Pap smears and Well Women and Well Men exams. The agency also was a Show Me Healthy Women program provider. The NECAC In-Home Senior Health Services and Women, Infants and Children (WIC) programs are not affected, although an unrelated reorganization of In-Home is planned. NECAC’s Family Planning facilities will operate until March 31. NECAC Family planning patients who may need referrals to other providers should call 573-221-3404. Information may also be found at www.mfhc.org.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT HOSTING EVENT APRIL 30TH
On Saturday April 30, 2022, from 11am until 4pm, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office will be hosting their 1st Annual Kick off to Summer Event in honor of Autism and to bring awareness to those in Montgomery County. Everyone is invited to attend this public event which will be located outside the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 211 East Third Street in Montgomery City, Missouri. The Sheriff’s Department is planning street games, bounce houses, food trucks and more. If you are interested in setting up a craft booth, food truck, any other service, or have questions, please contact the Sheriff Office at (573) 564-8084. Again, that date for the Kick off to Summer Event is April 30th
RANDOLPH COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY SHOT
A deputy with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department was shot while attempting to take a suspect into custody early Sunday morning. Corporal Justin Dunn, Missouri State Highway Patrol Public Information & Education Officer said law enforcement officers from both the Moberly Police Department and the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department had responded to the scene of a disturbance in the 600 block of Adams Avenue in Moberly shortly before 2 am. Upon arrival, authorities discovered a woman who was injured and as officers were attempting to take a man into custody he resisted arrest and as authorities worked to subdue the suspect is when the deputy was shot. He was transported to University Hospital in Columbia with serious, not non-life threatening injuries. The suspect was taken into custody and held at the Boone County Jail pending filing of formal charges. The Highway Patrol is conducting the formal investigation regarding the shooting incident.
UNIONVILLE WOMAN KILLED DURING POLICE PURSUIT OF 14 YEAR OLD JUVENILE
A Unionville woman was killed in a head-on crash, just before 9 o’clock Saturday night on 175th Street, one mile west of Unionville. The Highway Patrol said the woman killed was 20 year old Holly Hydom of Unionville who’s SUV was hit head-on by a pickup driven by a 14 year old male of Unionville. Investigators say a Putnam County Sheriff’s Deputy had attempted to pull over the pickup truck for a traffic stop and the juvenile refused to stop and fled. It was during the pursuit the 14 year old crossed the center of 175th Street and collided head-on with the SUV. Hydom was pronounced dead at the scene. The 14 year old had moderate injuries and was taken by ambulance to Putnam County Memorial Hospital for treatment. The case will be turned over to the Putnam County Juvenile Office once the investigation is complete.
TWO TRENTON MEN INDICTED FOR FENTANYL CONSPIRACY
Two Trenton, Missouri, men have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl in Grundy County, Mo., and elsewhere. Troy Lee Palmer, 24, and Dallas W. Hughs, 26, were charged in a six-count indictment returned under seal by a federal grand jury on March 1, 2022. That indictment has been unsealed following the arrests of Palmer and Hughs. Palmer, who was arrested March 23, 2022, remains in federal custody pending a detention hearing on March 28, 2022. Hughs is not eligible for bond as he was already in state custody on separate case. The federal indictment alleges that Palmer and Hughs participated in a conspiracy to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl since Oct. 27, 2020. In addition to the conspiracy, Palmer is charged with one count of possessing fentanyl to distribute in Grundy County on Dec. 8, 2020, and one count of possessing several firearms in furtherance of drug-trafficking crimes. Palmer allegedly possessed a Cricket .22-caliber bolt-action rifle, a Ross .22-caliber rifle, a Ross .410-gauge shotgun, a Ruger 410-gauge shotgun, a Hiawatha 12-gauge shotgun, and a Ruger .223-caliber rifle on Dec. 8, 2020. Hughs is also charged with three counts of distributing fentanyl in Grundy County on separate occasions between Aug. 23 and Sept. 13, 2021. The charges contained in this indictment are simply accusations, and not evidence of guilt. Evidence supporting the charges must be presented to a federal trial jury, whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
This case is being prosecuted by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Maureen Bracket. It was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Grundy County, Mo., Sheriff’s Department, the Trenton, Mo., Police Department, the Northwest Missouri Drug Task Force, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Buchanan County Drug Strike Force, and IRS-Criminal Investigation.
COLUMBIA POLICE INVESTIGATING SHOTS FIRED WITH INJURY IN THE AREA OF HIGHWAY 63 & PARIS ROAD EARLY SATURDAY MORNING
On Saturday, March 26, at approximately 12:05 a.m., Columbia Police were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the area of Highway 63 and Paris Road. Officers arrived and located a male juvenile who had sustained injuries from gunshots. The victim was transported by EMS to a local hospital with serious injuries. There is no suspect information to provide at this time. This is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
SUSPECT APPREHENDED AFTER FLEEING KIRKSVILLE POLICE
This past Friday morning, March 25, 2022, at approximately 8:51 AM, a Kirksville Police Officer attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of South Osteopathy and Normal Streets for a traffic violation. The vehicle made several quick maneuvers and fled from the officer. The vehicle eventually turned westbound on Missouri Street and exited the Kirksville City Limits on Missouri Trail. The officer discontinued attempts to stop the vehicle with emergency lights and siren but continued on the last known path of the suspect vehicle. A short time later that same officer located the suspect vehicle stuck in the mud on Missouri Trail, just prior to Orrick Trail. The officer engaged in a short foot pursuit of the driver before taking him into custody. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Anthony “Andy” Roscoe Clark.Clark was a wanted person with active arrest warrants from Schuyler County for resisting arrest and traffic offense, and the State of Missouri Department of Corrections for a parole violation. New charges relating to Friday mornings events of 03/25/2022 are pending.
AUDIT OF CARROLL COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT UNDERWAY
State Auditor Nicole Galloway announced last week her office has begun an audit of the Carroll County Ambulance District. The ambulance district Board of Directors passed a resolution requesting the audit, after a complaint to the State Auditor's Whistleblower Hotline led to an initial review of the allegations by the Auditor's Public Corruption and Fraud Division. "I appreciate the ambulance district board formally requesting this independent audit, and my office will conduct a thorough review of the district's finances," Auditor Galloway said. "Anyone with information that would be helpful to the audit is encouraged to contact my Whistleblower Hotline, and they can choose to remain anonymous." Individuals who would like to provide information for consideration in this audit may contact the State Auditor's Whistleblower Hotline at moaudit@auditor.mo.gov or by calling 800-347-8597. Concerns may also be submitted anonymously online at auditor.mo.gov/hotline.
SEVERAL DRUG RELATED SEARCH WARRANTS EXECUTED IN HOWARD AND COOPER COUNTY LAST THURSDAY
A news release indicated a large amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, numerous pills, drug paraphernalia and firearms were seized during narcotic search warrant executions on Thursday and 5 people were arrested.
Amanda Thomas, of Boonville, and Robert Sweet, of Columbia, are both facing charges for Delivery of Controlled Substance and Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating Substantial Risk – no sexual contact. Bond is set at $25,000 cash or surety each. manda Naumann, of Boonville, is charged with Possession of Controlled Substance and Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating Substantial Risk – No Sexual Contact. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety. Devyn Ivy, of Boonville – Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety and Nathan Hazlett, of Bunceton,was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Use of Weapon-Subsection 11-Possess Weapon and a Felony Controlled Substance. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety.The East Central Drug Task Force, Cooper County Sheriff’s Office, Howard County Sheriff’s Office, Boonville Police Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Also on Thursday morning, March 24th the Howard County Sheriff’s Office, East Central Missouri Drug Task Force, Fayette Police Department, and Missouri State Highway Patrol executed two drug related search warrants in the 200 block of County Road 342 and the 1000 block of County Road 467.where officers seized a large amount of methamphetamine, a large amount of marijuana, numerous controlled pills and drug paraphernalia. Three persons were charged. Jeffrey Holman, of Boonville, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond is set at $20,000 cash only. Benjamin Griffin, of New Franklin, charged with Trafficking Drugs and Possession Of Controlled Substance. Bond is set at no bond. Charges were still pending on the 3rd suspect at last report for possession of a controlled substance
March 24, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PATCHING
Weather permitting, March 28, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
COLUMBIA
On Tuesday March 22 at approximately 9:40 a.m., Columbia Police detectives were attempting to locate 29 year old Jesse L. Jenkins of
FEBRUARY 2022 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
UNEMPLOYMENT
The national unemployment rate decreased from 4.0 percent in January 2022 to 3.8 percent in February 2022.
The state’s not-seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate decreased in February 2022, falling by 0.4 percentage points to 3.7 percent from the January 2022 not-seasonally-adjusted rate of 4.1 percent. The corresponding not-seasonally-adjusted national rate for February 2022 was 4.1 percent.
EMPLOYMENT
March 23, 2022
THIS IS NATIONAL AGRICULTURE WEEK
This week, the Missouri Department of Agriculture celebrates the state’s position nationally in agriculture production.
WALSWORTH IS CELEBRATING ITS 85TH ANNIVERSARY
Walsworth is celebrating its 85th anniversary this year. Walsworth, a top-five book and magazine printer, a catalog printer, and the only family-owned printer of yearbooks was founded in 1937. The company remains under the second and third generation of leadership by the Walsworth family. Walsworth’s corporate office and book printing and binding facility are located in
MDC AND CFM THANK DEER HUNTERS, PROCESSORS AND SPONSORS FOR SHARING THE HARVEST
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) thank the thousands of Missouri deer hunters who donated 242,774 pounds of venison to the state’s Share the Harvest program this past deer season, including 5,053 whole deer. MDC and CFM also thank the participating meat processors throughout the state who grind the donated deer meat into ready-to-use packages, and the many sponsors who financially support the program. Meat-processing fees are covered entirely or in part by numerous local sponsors, along with statewide sponsors that include Shelter Insurance, Bass Pro Shops, Feeding Missouri, and MDC.The donated deer meat goes to local food banks and food pantries to help feed hungry Missourians all around the state. To get Share the Harvest venison, contact local food banks or food pantries. Share the Harvest is coordinated by MDC and CFM and is celebrating 30 years of helping to feed hungry Missourians. Since the program was started in 1992, it has provided nearly 5 million pounds of lean, healthy venison to help feed hungry Missourians, including this past season’s donations.
March 22, 2022
HUMAN REMAINS DISCOVERED WITHIN ROCKY FORK CONSERVATION AREA BELIEVED TO BE THOSE OF WOMAN MISSING SINCE DECEMBER OF 2021
On Sunday, 03/20/2022, at approximately 5:18 pm, a citizen called Boone County Joint Communications to report they had discovered human remains in one of the bodies of water within Rocky Fork Conservation area. Boone County Deputies responded and with the assistance of the Boone County Fire Protection District recovered the body of an adult female, who is believed to be that of Angie Rice. Angie Rice, age 45, was reported missing in December of 2021 and her vehicle was located in a parking area at Rocky Fork Conservation Area on December 31st. Numerous searches of the area have been conducted since Rice was reported missing; however, Rice’s body was not located during those searches. The investigation into the disappearance of Rice and her death is ongoing. Rice’s body has been turned over to the Boone County Medical Examiner’s Office pending an autopsy.
A 21 year old
CALLAWAY
The Callaway County Sheriff’s office issued a news release on Saturday reporting numerous arrests due to Proactive Patrols and Investigations. Those arrested included:
· On March 17, 2022, at 12:25 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies, following-up on an ongoing drug investigation in the
· On March 17, 2022, at 11:31 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road MM area. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Kody Haslag, 26, of New Bloomfield, MO reference a
· On March 17, 2022, at 1:04 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the
· On March 16, 2022, at 5:23 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies attempted to stop Dustin Murray, 28, of
· On March 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a follow-up investigation in the area of State Road HH. During the course of the investigation, Daniel Infield, 31, of
· On March 15, 2022, at 7:50 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the
· On March 11, 2022, at 12:41 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a disturbance involving weapons in the area of County Road 207. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Chance Williams, 28, of
· On March 9, 2022, at 2:43 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the
· On March 5, 2022, at 3:50 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy followed-up on a stealing investigation in the Tebbetts area. As a result; Levi Land, 25, of Holts Summit, MO was arrested for Stealing, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later released with summons for Court appearance. The Holts Summit Police Department assisted with the follow-up investigation.
· On March 3, 2022, at 1:45 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Luke Jerozal, 37, of
· On March 1, 2022, at 2:33 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road NN area. During the course of the patrol, the deputy stopped William Salmons, 36, of
· On February 28, 2022, at 3:48 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a disturbance involving weapons in the State Road NN area. During the course of the investigation, Taylor Newman, 24, of
· On February 27, 2022, at 5:29 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road D area. During the course of the investigation, Robert Sewell, 40, of
· On February 26, 2022, at 10:00 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of State Road WW. During the course of the investigation; Justina Valente-Chula, 38, of
· On February 25, 2022, at 3:22 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy conducted an investigation in the
March 21, 2022
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BOONVILLE MAN BADLY INJURED IN EXPLOSION OF HOMEMADE EXPLOSIVE DEVICE
This past Thursday morning, 03/17/2022 at about 7:20 AM Boonville Police officers along with Cooper County Ambulance and Boonville Fire Department first responders, responded to a residence in the 900 block of Ravenel Street, for a 911 call about a patient with a badly bleeding cut to the hand. The police officers were the first to arrive at the residence where they discovered 43 year old Ryan Brooks had suffered serious injury to his hand and abdomen. While a police officer performed first aid, Ryan Brooks told the officer his injuries were caused by a “firecracker” which he made himself. Ryan Brooks was transported from the scene by ambulance to a hospital. An investigation ensued and officers learned that Ryan Brooks accidentally detonated a homemade explosive device inside the basement of the house while he was in the process of making the device. Officers seized from the home precursor chemicals and other paraphernalia used in the manufacturing of improvised explosive devices as well as methamphetamine and associated drug paraphernalia. Officers from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and Federal Bureau of Investigation assisted in the investigation.
… Six Armed Robberies in
A Columbia, Missouri, man and a Moberly, Mo., woman have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a conspiracy to commit armed robbery at four business and two banks in six different cities. Drake Adam Stockton-Kenney, 30, and Mary Catherine Sumter, 28, were charged in an eight-count indictment returned under seal on Wednesday, March 16, by a federal grand jury in
Weekend Report- March 19-20, 2022
MAN HURT IN EARLY FRIDAY MORNING WRECK
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DRIVER INJURED IN
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DOG CAUSES AUTOMOBILE CRASH IN
A dog running in the road caused an automobile crash Saturday morning in
March 17, 2022
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
WOMAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A Martinsburg woman was injured in an accident that occurred at around 6:15pm Wednesday in
MONTGOMERY
· On March 5, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of Hoot Owl Holler road and observed a vehicle being operated recklessly on the roadway. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle. Through the course of the stop, deputies discovered the driver’s driving privileges had been revoked and he had five prior convictions of driving while revoked. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Driving While Revoked.
· On March 5, 2022, Deputies responded to the
· On March 10, 2022, Deputies were patrolling the area of
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March 16, 2022
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and other area law enforcement organizations are teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to spread the message about the dangers of drunk driving. Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. This means that if you plan to drink, it’s essential that you plan ahead for a sober ride home. Remember: A sober driver is one who hasn’t had any alcohol. Even one drink can be one too many. St. Patrick’s Day is tomorrow, March 17, 2022 and traditionally is one of the biggest drinking nights of the year, and this, unfortunately, means more drunk drivers on the roads. We understand people are looking for a reason to celebrate, and we want everyone to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day, but we also want to impress upon everyone the importance of safe driving. Make the right choice, plan for a sober driver to give you and your friends a ride home. Before you put your keys in the ignition, remind yourself: “Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.” The DWI Enforcement Campaign officially runs from March 16th through 20th, 2022.
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
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March 15, 2022
FIRE DAMAGES
Firefighters from Columbia were dispatched to a duplex on Godas Circle close the Lake of the Woods exit off of Interstate 70 around 1:3O PM. Initial reports from the Columbia Fire Department say the fire appears to have originated in the basement area located on the back side of the building and from there flames went up to the main level of the 2 family home. Family members and their pets were able to get out safely and no injuries were reported. As a result of the damage, 2 families are now looking for another place to live. The investigation as to the cause of the blasé is underway.
Columbia Fire Department personnel battled a residential structure fire early Sunday morning. The call came in at 12:30 am regarding a garage fire in the 4600 block of
The Special Olympics Missouri State Basketball Competition will bring more than 1,000 athletes and Unified Partners from across the state to
March 14, 2022
At approximately 3:13 a.m. on Sunday, March 13,
This is an ongoing investigation. There are no further details to provide at this time. If you know something, say something. If anyone has any information, they are encouraged to contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or call CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
Troopers say a
Weekend Report- March 12-13, 2022
WOMAN HURT IN FRIDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Friday morning in
TEENS INJURED IN
Two teens from
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03/10/2022
SLOW MOVING SYSTEM TO BRING ACCUMULATING SNOW THURSDAY & FRIDAY
The first day of spring is less than two weeks away, but don’t say goodbye to winter just yet. The Missouri Department of Transportation urges drivers to be aware of changing road conditions both where you are and where you are going. Most forecast models show the entire state being impacted by varying amounts of accumulation and less-than-perfect road conditions. The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill said the snow that began overnight across Western and Northwestern Missouri will continue to spread eastward through the morning hours and will come to an end from northwest to southeast late Thursday night into Friday morning. Parts of Kansas City, northwards to the Bethany area, then east towards Trenton and Milan, then back to the southwest to include the Brookfield, Chillicothe, Carrollton and Lexington areas and back to the Kansas City metro is where the heaviest snowfall is expected with anywhere from 4” to 7” by the time it ends. 3” to 6” are forecast along the Missouri/Iowa border, Kirksville, Macon, Moberly, Edina, Shelbyville, Salisbury, Boonville, Marshall, Sedalia, Warsaw and back to Butler are in the 2” to 6” range, Columbia and Jefferson City and areas further to the east including Monroe City, Montgomery City, Hermann and the like are in the in the 1” to 3” range. All of the listening areas served by the Best Broadcast Group are under either a Winter Storm Warning or a Winter Weather Advisory through Friday morning and we can expect periods of no snow, periods of just flurries and periods of moderate to heavy snowfall. The snow will come to an end from northwest to southeast late Thursday night into Friday morning but between now and then expect very hazardous travel conditions. MoDOT crews will be working around-the-clock and will continue until roads are in mostly clear condition. Please slow down and be cautious of road crews and emergency vehicles and give them room to work. Check current
SNOW RELATED CLOSINGS AND CANCELLATIONS EXPECTED THROUGHOUT THE PERIOD
With the snow slowly spreading across the area, you can expect a number of school closings and other weather related announcements between now and the time it ends. As usual we will be using our resources to keep you up to date on-the-air and on-line so make sure you keep listening and check our cancellations page on the station website.
03/09/2022
FIRE DAMAGES MEXICO HOME MONDAY
On Monday Afternoon around 12:37PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to a fire on
STATEWIDE INITIATIVES PLANNED THIS MONTH TO MAKE ROADWAYS SAFER.
The
CITY OF
03/08/2022
STATEWIDE TORNADO DRILL SCHEDULED FOR TODAY
The Statewide Tornado Drill is scheduled for this morning at 10 AM. It’s all part of Severe Weather Awareness Week underway all week long.
Columbia Police arrested Tyler Jacob Matthews, 21, of
This is an ongoing investigation being handled by the department’s Criminal Investigations Division. More information may become available at a later time. If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
DED RELEASES REQUEST FOR INFORMATION TO ASSESS NEEDS FOR ARPA-FUNDED PROJECTS STATEWIDE
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) introduced a Request for Information (RFI) that will assess the need for potential projects utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The RFI is a brief, online form that will assist DED in crafting grant guidelines, help determine funding allocations, and support
Full details are provided in the RFI form, including descriptions of prospective grant programs, such as Community Revitalization,
DED plans to allocate ARPA funds for several grant programs supporting a wide range of priority areas, including businesses, nonprofits, community development, broadband, and more. Citizen feedback is critical to ensuring programs have the highest impact possible for Missourians. Entities eligible to complete the RFI include businesses, nonprofits, local governments, cellular carriers, libraries, education institutions, and more.
For more on DED initiatives involving ARPA funding, visit ded.mo.gov/arpa
03/07/2022
PROPERTY DAMAGE IN NEW
The New Florence Police Department is asking for your help in identifying a vehicle and driver, who is a person of interest, in a Property Damage Investigation. The property damage occurred on March 3, 2022, around 10:30 am at Hinkle Storage in New Florence, Mo. Further information was that the owner of Hinkle Storage pulled into the parking lot just as the suspect had finished cutting locks off of three storage units. The suspect was described as a white female in her 30's. The suspect fled the scene driving a, gray in color, late model Chevy pick-up truck, with a large dent on the driver's side bed. The suspect vehicle did not have any license plates attached to it. If you have any information that could help with solving this case, please contact Communications at 573-564-3378 and ask to speak with a New Florence Officer. A picture of the vehicle is posted on the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department Facebook page.
THIRD JUVENILE DETAINED IN
The Columbia Police Department issued a news release on Friday indicating
a third 16-year-old male juvenile of Columbia has been detained by the Peoria, IL Police Department for his involvement in the homicide that occurred at a residence in the 1800 block of McKee Street on Feb. 19th. The juvenile was detained for the charges of first-degree murder, assault and armed criminal action and is in the custody of juvenile authorities in
The Highway Patrol says a Mexico man is facing several charges after trying to flee from troopers during a traffic stop Wednesday night on US 54 in Audrain County near Audrain Road 844. David L Fuget, Jr has been charged with driving while revoked, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and failing to wear a seatbelt. According to the report the patrol had stopped a vehicle on Highway 54. That’s when the passenger ran off into a wooded area with an unknown object. The Audrain County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit assisted in locating the suspect in a field. Authorities also found a small case containing marijuana and methamphetamine. The subject remains in the
Weekend Report- 03/05-03/06/2022
ONE KILLED, ANOTHER INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
MAN INJURED IN
A man was injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
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LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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03/03/2022
FATAL WRECK IN
A fatal crash happened in Montgomery County Tuesday night. Troopers said 30 year old Cameron Turner of
130 MPH VEHICLE PURSUIT ENDS WHEN SUSPECT CRASHES INTO
On March 1, 2022, at 11:44 PM, Callaway County Sheriff’s deputies were notified of a vehicle pursuit, on US Highway 54, near the south
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control arrested Patrick M. Lockett, 38, of
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
03/02/2022
MEMPHIS MO WOMAN DEAD AFTER HUSBAND BACKS OVER HER WHILE SUFFERING MEDICAL INCIDENT
A tragic UTV accident late Tuesday morning resulted in the death of a woman from Memphis, MO. The incident happened at 11:45 a.m. at a farm on Scotland County Route C, seven miles northwest of Memphis. The patrol identified the victim as Diane K. Snyder, 68, of Memphis. State troopers said Snyder's husband, Jerald Snyder, 66, also of Memphis, experienced a medical incident and backed over his wife. Scotland County Sheriff Bryan Whitney said the tragedy happened inside the couple's horse barn where the woman was behind the UTV getting ready to load a couple of bales of hay to feed their horses. That’s when the victims husband, Jerald suffered a medical issue, became unconscious and fully accelerated in reverse, running over his wife. The sheriff said her head became pinned between the UTV and a horse stable. Whitney pronounced Diane Snyder dead at the scene at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday. Jerald Snyder was taken by ambulance to Scotland County Hospital for treatment.
TWO MIDDLETOWN DRIVERS INVOLVED IN WRECK IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY TUESDAY
Troopers said a two vehicle crash on MO 161 at Route CC in Montgomery County sent two people to the hospital. 83 year old Joy Leistritz was eastbound just after 1 o’clock Tuesday afternoon and attempting to cross the highway when she pulled out in front of a southbound auto driven by 30 year old Jeffrey Poindexter. Both drivers are from Middletown and both were transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment.
SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT IN CALLAWAY COUNTY SENT ONE PERSON TO THE HOSPITAL
The patrol said 66 year old Gary Relford of Auxvasse received minor injuries and was transported by Callaway County EMS to Boone Hospital in Columbia after his westbound pickup traveled off the left side of the highway and struck a mailbox. That crash happened on Route B, just west of Route A in Callaway county at 7:00 pm Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA POLICE RESPONDED TO DISTURBANCE WITH BARRICADED SUBJECT AT OAK TOWERS EARLY TUESDAY MORNING
On Tuesday, March 1 at approximately 5:40 a.m., Columbia Police responded to a report of a verbal disturbance at a residence inside Oak Towers, 700 N. Garth Ave. Patrol officers arrived and made contact with an adult male who had barricaded himself inside his residence. Officers confirmed that the subject already had fired shots and that shots continued to be fired during the incident, so they established a secure perimeter. There were no injuries resulting from the subject, nor did Columbia Police discharge their firearms. CPD’s Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) and SWAT responded due to the public safety concern. A negotiator with the CNT established effective communication with the subject which caused him to be taken into custody without further incident. The subject was transported to a local health facility for evaluation. After receiving appropriate health services, the subject will be arrested for armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon, felon in possession of a weapon and possession of a controlled substance.
MISSOURI SEVERE WEATHER PREPAREDNESS WEEK IS MARCH 7TH – 11TH, 2022 – STATEWIDE TORNADO DRILL SCHEDULED FROR TUESDAY, MARCH 8th
March 7 to 11, the National Weather Service, State Emergency Management Agency and local emergency managers encourage Missourians to learn more about severe weather and how to protect themselves during Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Missouri’s annual Statewide Tornado Drill will also be held on Tuesday, March 8 at 10 a.m. (Some Missouri communities may choose to conduct the drill on a different day due to conflicting local events. At 10:00 a.m. on the day of the tornado drill, NOAA Weather Radios set to receive the Routine Weekly Tests (RWTs) will alert listeners that the tornado drill has begun. Outdoor warning sirens will also sound across participating Missouri communities. At that time, participants should practice taking cover in their designated shelter. Schools, businesses and families are all encouraged to participate in the statewide tornado drill. Educators are encouraged to use the tornado drill as an opportunity to include tornado facts, meteorological information and safety tips into their lesson plans. NWS provides safety tips and educational information about tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, lightning and the importance of NOAA Weather Radios on its Severe Weather Awareness Week page: https://www.weather.gov/lsx/severeweek
Monday, March 7 – Receive Weather Information Day
Tuesday, March 8 – Tornado Safety Day
Wednesday, March 9 – Lightning Safety Day
Thursday, March 10 – Hail/Wind Safety Day
Friday, March 11 – Flood Safety Day
More information can be found on Missouri's Stormaware.mo.gov website, which includes detailed videos about how to take shelter from tornadoes in specific locations, how to avoid flash flooding dangers and useful information about tornado sirens and weather alert radios. Missourians are also encouraged to utilize Missouri’s Ready in 3 Program to create a plan, prepare a kit, and listen for information regarding severe weather emergencies right here. All Best Broadcast Group Stations will be participating in Tuesday’s drill.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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March 1, 2022
KITCHEN FIRE EXTENGUISHED IN MEXICO SATURDAY
On Saturday, February 26, 2022 at approximately 11:01AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to Rock Springs Drive in reference to a fire in the kitchen of a home. Responding personnel found fire on a stovetop and the immediate area around it. The fire was contained and extinguished in that area. The cabinetry around the stove suffered moderate fire damage but the rest of the home not damaged. The resident stated she was heating a pan on the stove to begin cooking then stepped away for a short time. She then realized there was a fire in the kitchen and called MPSD. There were no injuries from the incident.
CARROLLTON MAN KILLED WHEN HIS PICKUP GOES OFF ROADWAY AND OVERTUNES INTO POND
A Carrollton man died this past Friday morning around 10:30 am in a single vehicle crash in Adair County. The patrol said 72 year old Gerald L. Craig was northbound on Highway 11 about 7 miles southwest of Kirksville when his pickup ran off the right side of the roadway and overturned into a pond. He was pronounced dead at the scene of that crash.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
Incidents, Arrests and MORE …
Incident Reports:
LCSO has completed an investigation on alleged child abuse from September 2021 where we received information of the alleged crime in February 2022. We have forwarded that information to the prosecuting attorney for consideration.
February 26 LCSO at 11:30 p.m. a deputy stopped a vehicle on U.S. 65 and U.S. 36 for no headlights. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Jordan Tyler Stewart-Humphrey, 23, Hale for alleged Driving While Intoxicated-Prior Offender, Driving While Revoked and No Auto Insurance. Suspect was processed and cited at the Law Enforcement Center.
February 27 around noon LCSO was dispatched to an address in Wheeling as family returned home and found a relative deceased. Preliminary investigation strongly suggests suicide. A Deputy Coroner was summoned to the scene. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the family and friends.
February 28 about 12: a.m. LCSO responded to an address in Wheeling regarding a physical altercation between parent and child. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Traci Jo Jones, 40, Wheeling for alleged Domestic Assault-3rd degree and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Ms. Jones was transported to Daviess Dekalb Regional Jail pending warrant.
Most Wanted Updates:
Arrested February 12:
Christopher M. Rader, 42, by Boone County authorities on Livingston County arrest warrants for alleged case 21LV-CR00628 class D felony Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and class E felony Tampering with Physical Evidence in Felony Prosecution. Case #19LV-CR00716-01 for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Mr. Rader will be extradited at earliest opportunity.
Added February 15:
Daquan O. Pierce, 27, Chicago, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for Alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Illegal Use of a Card Scanner and class B misdemeanor Excessive Speed 26 or more over speed limit. Bond denied on case #19DV-CR00144-02. Warrant shows alleged probation violation includes #1 Laws violation, failed to report all arrests to Probation and Parole Office, Condition #7 Weapons, by committing the offenses of Possession of a Firearm with Defaced Serial Number and Resisting Arrest. LCSO Jail Management Records shows Mr. Pierce was incarcerated on this warrant September 18 through October 08, 2020 and was released on bond.
Arrested February 22:
Brandon Gage Gentile, 18, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 21LV-CR00391-01 for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Tampering with Motor Vehicle-1st degree and class D felony Burglary-2nd degree. Bond set at $20,000.
Craig Herbert Wilson, 20, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 22LV-CR00062 for alleged class E felony Failure to Appear. Bond set at $2,500.
Christopher Eugene Moss, 29, Breckenridge, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 22LV- CR00063 for alleged class E felony Failure to Appear. Bond set at $2,500.
Added February 23:
Jamie Dawn Hughes, 32, Norborne, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant 21LV-CR00345-01 for alleged Probation Violation on original class D felony Possession of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $20,000.
Added February 28:
Tiffany Latouria Midgyett, 32, Chillicothe, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Failure to Obey Judge's Order on original class D felony Tampering with a Motor Vehicle-1st degree.
Joseph Brett Murphy, 39, Lexington, wanted on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class E felony Driving While Revoked/Suspended.
Other Arrests:
February 14 LCSO served a civil warrant/commitment on Kevin Daniel Sullivan, 33, Chillicothe from the Circuit Court. Mr. Sullivan was taken to the Chariton County Jail and later posted the required bond and was released.
February 15 at 8:06 a.m. a deputy made a vehicle stop for expired September 2021 registration. The stop resulted in the arrest of Shawn Troy Fisher-Graves, 51, Chillicothe, for alleged Driving While Suspended and Failure to Register Motor Vehicle. Mr. Graves was processed at the Law Enforcement Center and released on summons to appear in court March 16.
On February 19 about 12:01 a.m. a deputy stopped a vehicle for 88 in a 60 on U.S. 65 near LIV 216. Investigation resulted in the arrest of Terrence Raymond Feeney, 60, Chillicothe for alleged Driving While Intoxicated and Speeding. Mr. Feeney was processed at the Law Enforcement Center and released on summons to appear in court March 30. February 23 LCSO arrested Jesse J. Deshazier, 41, Chillicothe, on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged class C felony Delivery of Controlled Substance. Bond set at $5,000. Mr. Deshazier was processed and posted bond at the Law Enforcement Center.
February 23 about 11:00 a.m. LCSO served a Clinton County arrest warrant in Dawn on Lacey Leanne Stith, 36, Dawn, wanted for alleged Failure to Obey a Judge's Order on original class B misdemeanor Failure to Register Motor Vehicle and class D misdemeanor No Auto Insurance. Ms. Lacey was transferred to DDRJ in lieu of $1,000 bond.
Citations:
February 11 at 4:14 p.m. a Breckenridge driver was cited for 65 in a 45 on Old Highway 190.
February 13 at 4:45 a Kansas driver was cited for 83 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Utica.
February 21 at 12:43 p.m. a Tarkio driver was cited for 85 in a 65 on U.S. 36 near Wheeling Junction.
February 22 at 3:08 p.m. a Maryland driver was issued a citation for 87 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Wheeling.
February 23 at 9:57 a.m. a Chicago driver was cited for 99 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville Junction.
February 27 at 9:15 a.m. a New Mexico driver was cited for 83 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville.
February 27 at 9:33 a.m. a Kansas City driver was cited for 80 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at Mooresville.
February 27 at 9:45 p.m. a Liberty driver was cited for no auto insurance on U.S. 36 at LIV 261.
February 27 at 10:00 p.m. a Topeka driver was cited for 80 in a 65 on U.S. 36 at LIV 261.
Additional Information:
February 10 LCSO extradited Joshua Steven Knouse, 33, from Randolph County Sheriff on Livingston County arrest warrants for alleged Failure to Obey Judges Order on original Domestic Assault, Failure to Appear in Court and Failure to Register a Motor Vehicle. Mr. Knouse was transferred to Daviess Dekalb Regional Jail in lieu of bond.
February 23 LCSO extradited Shelby Marie Barnett, 26, from the Clay County Sheriff on Livingston County arrest warrant for alleged Failure to Obey a Judge's Order on Domestic Assault-4th degree. Ms. Barnett was transferred to DDRJ in lieu of $10,000 bond.
February 25 LCSO extradited Trenell Beard, 49, from the Missouri Department of Corrections on warrant from Livingston County on alleged 2 felony counts of Possession of Controlled Substance. Mr. Beard was transferred to DDRJ in lieu of bond.
LCSO has remained busy working on several investigations including on-going death investigations.
In 2021 the LCSO spent $27,861.75 on fuel for patrol vehicles. The sheriff had contracted 1,000 gallons of fuel per month with MFA for $1.89 per gallon. The LCSO ended up using roughly 1,050 galls on fuel per month with MFA. Some fuel had to be purchased at market value and some was purchased elsewhere on extraditions and training.
Recent LCSO Poll asked if convicted sex offenders should be required to register with the county sheriff in Missouri for life? Results shows 77.8% said Yes, 14.4% said No, 6.7% said I Don't Know and the remainder had No Opinion.
Currently the LCSO has 52 detainees in custody.
25 ARRESTED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY FOR FELONY OFFENSES AS A DIRECT RESULT OF DEPUTY PATROLS AND INVESTIGATIONS
02/27/2022
Harley Mantle, 39, of Fulton, MO
On February 22, 2022, at 3:10 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the Kingdom City area. During the course of the patrol, the deputy located Harley Mantle, 39, of Fulton, MO. Mantle was wanted reference a Missouri Department of Corrections felony probation violation warrant. Mantle was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and remains in-custody without bond, pending further Court action.
Jerry Friend, 39, of Fulton, MO
On February 22, 2022, at 12:26 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the State Road O area. During the course of the investigation, deputies contacted Jerry Friend, 39, of Fulton, MO. Friend was wanted reference a felony Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) warrant for state parole violations. Friend was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to MDOC custody.
Cassandra Albright, 25, of Fulton, MO
On February 21, 2022, at 3:35 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the area of County Road 220. During the course of the investigation, methamphetamine was located. Cassandra Albright, 25, of Kingdom City, MO was arrested. Albright was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Albright remains in-custody pending bond post.
Matthew Hoppe, 47, of Columbia, MO
On February 21, 2022, at 1:26 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies were notified of a vehicle pursuit along eastbound Interstate 70 from Columbia, involving the Boone County Sheriff's Office. Near the Interstate 70 - State Road M/HH interchange west of Kingdom City, Callaway County deputies became involved. The pursuit ultimately traveled northbound on State Road M, east on State Road E, and then north onto County Road 245. Near County Road 2002, Callaway County deputies assumed primary lead in the pursuit. Ultimately, the pursuit entered Audrain County and traveled several county roads. The vehicle ultimately crashed and the driver, identified as Matthew Hoppe, 47, of Columbia, MO fled on foot. With the assistance of a Callaway County Sheriff's Office K9 unit (K9 IRO) and a Callaway County Sheriff's Office UAS (drone) operator, Hoppe was located hiding in a field. Hoppe was taken into custody and released to the custody of Boone County Sheriff's Office deputies.
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On February 15, 2022, at 8:44 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies, in conjunction with the MUSTANG drug task force and CCSO Special Response Team, executed a drug related search warrant in the 900 block of South Summit Drive near Holts Summit. The search warrant had been obtained as the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office felony drug investigation. Subsequently, methamphetamine and other felony level drugs were located. Sunshine Scott, 44, of Holts Summit, MO and Isaac Carey, 43, of Holts Summit, MO were arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Both later posted bond at the Callaway County Jail.
Daryl Lincoln, 66, of O'Fallon, MO
On February 15, 2022, at 9:45 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Daryl Lincoln Sr., 66, of O'Fallon, MO for (felony) Stalking 1st. The arrest was the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office investigation in the Williamsburg and Fulton areas. Lincoln later posted bond at the Callaway County Jail.
Christopher Campbell, 29, of Jefferson City, MO
On February 15, 2022, at 12:37 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a burglary offense in the State Road OO area near Holts Summit. As a result of the investigation; Christopher Campbell, 29, of Jefferson City, MO was arrested for (felony) Burglary. Campbell later posted bond at the Callaway County Jail. The Cole County Sheriff's Office assisted with the investigation.
Aaron Raps, 32, of Holts Summit, MO
On February 14, 2022, at 9:58 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies followed-up on a criminal investigation in the Holts Summit area. During the course of the investigation; Aaron Raps, 32, of Holts Summit, MO was arrested for (felony) Assault and Felony Tampering with a Victim/Witness. Raps was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail where he remains in-custody, without bond, pending later Court bond review and setting.
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On February 14, 2022, at 12:06 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigation a vehicle theft offense in the area of State Road NN. During the course of the investigation; Thomas Seay, 34, of Fulton, MO; Tiffany Littrell, 31, of Fulton, MO; and a 17 year old juvenile were arrested for Stealing a Motor Vehicle. Seay remains in-custody at the Callaway County Jail without bond, pending later Court bond review and setting. Littrell posted bond. The juvenile was relinquished to the custody of 13th Circuit Juvenile Office authorities.
Charlie Walters, 44, of California, MO
On February 11, 2022, at 1:44 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road J area near New Bloomfield. During the course of the proactive patrol, the deputy spotted a vehicle associated with Charlie Walters, 44, of California, MO. Walters was wanted reference numerous Cole County and Moniteau County felony warrants for offenses including; but not limited to: Stealing, Escape, Possession of a Controlled Substance and Resisting Arrest. The vehicle was stopped, resulting in Walters being located and arrested. Walters was transported to the Cole County Jail.
Holli Burgess, 52, of Fulton, MO
On February 11, 2022, at 6:12 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies, in conjunction with the MUSTANG drug task force, the CCSO Special Response Team and the Fulton Police Department, executed a drug related search warrant in the 900 block of East Avenue in Fulton. The search warrant had been obtained as the result of an ongoing Sheriff's Office felony drug investigation. Subsequently, methamphetamine was located. Holli Burgess, 52, of Fulton, MO was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later posted bond.
Eugene Vlad, 31, of Fulton, MO
On February 10, 2022, at 8:52 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Eugene Vlad, 31, of Fulton, MO for the felony offenses of Rape and Sodomy. The arrest was the result of an ongoing investigation in the Millersburg and Fulton area. Vlad was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later posted bond.
Carol Birky-Stewart, 58, of Fulton, MO
On February 8, 2022, at 11:14 AM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office K9 unit was proactively patrolling State Road F. During the course of the proactive patrol; Carol Birky-Stewart, 58, of Fulton, MO was stopped for a traffic violation. Subsequently, Birky-Stewart was arrested for Felony Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Birky-Stewart was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released with summons for Court appearance.
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On February 7, 2022, at 10:34 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a stealing investigation (involving the theft of catalytic converters from vehicles) in the State Road HH area. As a result of the investigation; Jason Stack, 45, of Fulton, MO was arrested for Felony Stealing and Felony Property Damage. Timothy Johnson, 46, of Williamsburg, MO was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Both were booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released upon bond posting.
Dylan McGrath, 24, of Columbia, MO
On February 6, 2022, at 7:17 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation near Old Highway 40, adjacent to the Boone County line. During the course of the investigation, methamphetamine was discovered. Dylan McGrath, 24, of Columbia, MO was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, in addition to an outstanding Callaway County warrant. McGrath remains in-custody at the Callaway County Jail pending bond post.
Latasia Cowans, 36, of Fulton, MO
On February 4, 2022, at 3:53 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the State Road O area. During the course of the proactive patrol, the deputy stopped Latasia Cowans, 36, of Fulton, MO for a traffic violation. Methamphetamine was subsequently discovered. Cowans was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later posted bond.
Thomas Todd, 38, of Kingdom City, MO
On February 1, 2022, at 9:44 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies investigated a residential burglary offense, including the theft of a motor vehicle and firearms, in the County Road 405 area. As the result of a subsequent criminal investigation; Thomas (Tommy) Todd, 38, of Kingdom City, MO was arrested for the felony offenses of Burglary, Tampering with a Motor Vehicle, Stealing, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Todd later posted bond.
Terrance Smith, 40, of Fulton, MO
On January 31, 2022, at 3:51 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Gold Road, Kingdom City. During the course of the investigation, deputies arrested Terrance Smith, 40, of Fulton, MO reference numerous felony warrants; namely, a Missouri Department of Corrections (MDOC) warrant for state parole violation, a Callaway County warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance, and a Clay County warrant for Non-Support. Additionally, Smith was arrested for a felony stealing offense at a local Kingdom City business. Smith was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later transferred to the custody of MDOC.
Phillip Ward, 46, of Kingdom City, MO
On January 31, 2022, at 11:06 AM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted an investigation in the 3000 block of Gold Road, Kingdom City. During the course of the investigation, deputies located Phillip Ward, 46, of Kingdom City, MO. Ward was wanted reference a Callaway County warrant for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance. Ward was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later posted bond.
Lauren Conatser, 27, of Columbia, MO
On January 30, 2022, at 7:58 PM, Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a felony stealing investigation in the Mokane area. As a result of the investigation; Lauren Conatser, 27, of Columbia, MO was arrested for Felony Stealing. Conatser was booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail and later released with summons for Court appearance.
Janine Trubiano, 55, of Kingdom City, MO
On January 29, 2022, at 5:09 PM, a Callaway County Sheriff's Office deputy was proactively patrolling the 5000 block of Jade Road. During the proactive patrol; Janine Trubiano, 55, of Kingdom City, MO was stopped for a traffic violation. Methamphetamine was subsequently discovered. Trubiano was arrested, booked/processed at the Callaway County Jail, and later released with summons for Court appearance.
*** The Callaway County Sheriff and his staff continue to work with other law enforcement agencies and community partners to curb criminal activity throughout the county. Citizens are reminded they can anonymously report criminal activity to Crimestopper's at 573-592-2474 or online at www.callawaysheriff.org. ***
CONGRATULATIONS TO WRIGHT FUNERAL HOME ON 75 YEARS OF SERVICE
Wright Funeral Home in Brookfield is celebrating 75 years of service to Linn County families. It came into being in 1947 when Harold and Elizabeth Wright purchased Rusk Funeral Home which had originated in Brookfield in 1888. In 1960, another partner in the business came on board and Brother’s Funeral Homes in Laclede, Linneus and Meadville were acquired. By 1976 there were 6 locations in the area including Brookfield, Linneus, Laclede, Meadville, Browning and Milan. In 1995, Hill Funeral Home merged with Wright Funeral Home and Wright Baker Hill Funeral Home opened at the current location. Various family members and others have worked in the business over the years. On January 1st, 2018 another change came about when the Wright family consisting of Robin and Linda (Wright) Black, Patricia Wright, an Jim and Julie Wright purchased the remaining interest in the partnership and changed the name back to Wright Funeral Home which is the name that was used when it all started 75 years ago. Congratulations to the Wright family at Wright Funeral Home in Brookfield and thank you for 75 years of dedication to the families of Linn and surrounding counties.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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02/28/2022
STOLEN FIREARM RECOVERED BY FULTON POLICE AFTER TRAFFIC STOP
During the early morning hours on Sunday, 02/27/2022, Officers of the Fulton Police Department were proactively patrolling the area of Hospital Drive and State Road F and around 1:22 am conducted a stop of a vehicle for a traffic violation. During the course of the stop a probable cause search of the vehicle revealed multiple firearms and marijuana. One of the firearms was reported stolen in Memphis TN. The driver of the vehicle, 25 year old Richard Broadnax of Memphis, TN fled on foot from officers and was taken into custody after a foot chase. A passenger of the vehicle, 18 year old Randy Robinson, also of Memphis, TN was taken into custody for possession of a stolen firearm. Both subjects were processed and transported to the Callaway County Jail pending bond.
SECOND SUSPECT ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH SHOTS FIRED INCIDENT ON TALON DRIVE 02/16/2022 AND NUMEROUS OTHER CHARGES
Columbia Police have arrested Timothy S. Ellis, 35, of Columbia, for first degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon for his involvement in the shots fired incident on Talon Drive on February 16th and has also been charged with several other felony’s related to an attempted traffic stop of Ellis on Friday, 2/25/2022. Those additional charges included a felon in possession of a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon, resisting arrest, trafficking narcotics, and distribution of narcotics. Those charges came about when Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop at approximately 2:30 pm Friday in the area of Paris and Mexico Gravel Roads as there was an arrest warrant for Ellis relating to the shots fired with injury incident in the 600 block of Talon Drive. Ellis initially stopped his vehicle but then fled at a high rate of speed, traveling north on Brown Station Road, when he collided with a vehicle occupied by a driver and passenger in the 3300 block of Brown Station Road. After the collision, Ellis exited his vehicle and discharged a firearm, striking himself in the leg, but continued to flee on foot. Officers were able to apprehend him a short distance away and began providing medical care until EMS arrived. He was transported to a local hospital where he was put in emergency surgery for his gunshot wound. The occupants of the vehicle Ellis struck were transported to a local hospital. They were considered to be in stable condition when transported from the scene by EMS. Adrian Eugene Bradshaw, Jr., 31, of Kansas City, MO was the first suspect arrested for assault, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and possession of narcotics in connection to the Talon Drive shots fired incident.
KNOX CITY HOME DISTROYED BY FIRE EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
Area firefighters responded to a fire at 302 East Edina Street in Knox City at around 1:30 a.m. Sunday morning. KTVO and KTVO dot com reported that the homeowner said his 4-year old niece was awake watching television when the power went out and the room filled with smoke. The 4-year-old then woke up the family, allowing them to evacuate in time. The homeowner attempted to put out the fire, but was unsuccessful. Knox City Rural Fire Department Chief Todd Goodwin reported that there were no injuries. Chief Goodwin said that the home was a total loss. The Edina Sentinel reported that the homeowner thinks the fire started near a wood-burning stove, but according to Chief Goodwin the cause of the fire was electrical. Firefighters from Knox City, Edina, and LaBelle responded.
BROOKFIELD DRIVER INJURED IN SUNDAY CRASH
The Highway Patrol said a Brookfield resident, 65 year old Norman L. Duncan received minor injuries in a single vehicle crash Sunday morning around 11 am on MO 11, 3 miles east of Brookfield. According to the report, Duncan was southbound when his vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway and down an embankment. The vehicle then struck a tree and overturned. Duncan was transported by Linn County Ambulance to Pershing Hospital in Brookfield for treatment. The Brookfield Police and Fire Departments assisted at the scene.
TEEN KILLED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Ballwin teen was killed in an accident that occurred at around 1am Friday in Callaway County. The patrol says that 18 year old Justin Tognozzi was westbound on I-70 when he lost control on the ice-covered roadway and struck a freightliner which was stopped due to a previous crash which was blocking the road. The teen was pronounced dead at the scene.
MAN INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
Another crash happened Friday morning in Callaway County due to the ice-covered road as 20 year old Aidan Harley of Mexico was on Route E when he lost control of his car and it traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree. He sustained minor injuries in the crash.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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02/28/2022
STOLEN FIREARM RECOVERED BY FULTON POLICE AFTER TRAFFIC STOP
During the early morning hours on Sunday, 02/27/2022, Officers of the Fulton Police Department were proactively patrolling the area of Hospital Drive and State Road F and around 1:22 am conducted a stop of a vehicle for a traffic violation. During the course of the stop a probable cause search of the vehicle revealed multiple firearms and marijuana. One of the firearms was reported stolen in Memphis TN. The driver of the vehicle, 25 year old Richard Broadnax of Memphis, TN fled on foot from officers and was taken into custody after a foot chase. A passenger of the vehicle, 18 year old Randy Robinson, also of Memphis, TN was taken into custody for possession of a stolen firearm. Both subjects were processed and transported to the Callaway County Jail pending bond.
SECOND SUSPECT ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH SHOTS FIRED INCIDENT ON TALON DRIVE 02/16/2022 AND NUMEROUS OTHER CHARGES
Columbia Police have arrested Timothy S. Ellis, 35, of Columbia, for first degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon for his involvement in the shots fired incident on Talon Drive on February 16th and has also been charged with several other felony’s related to an attempted traffic stop of Ellis on Friday, 2/25/2022. Those additional charges included a felon in possession of a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon, resisting arrest, trafficking narcotics, and distribution of narcotics. Those charges came about when Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop at approximately 2:30 pm Friday in the area of Paris and Mexico Gravel Roads as there was an arrest warrant for Ellis relating to the shots fired with injury incident in the 600 block of Talon Drive. Ellis initially stopped his vehicle but then fled at a high rate of speed, traveling north on Brown Station Road, when he collided with a vehicle occupied by a driver and passenger in the 3300 block of Brown Station Road. After the collision, Ellis exited his vehicle and discharged a firearm, striking himself in the leg, but continued to flee on foot. Officers were able to apprehend him a short distance away and began providing medical care until EMS arrived. He was transported to a local hospital where he was put in emergency surgery for his gunshot wound. The occupants of the vehicle Ellis struck were transported to a local hospital. They were considered to be in stable condition when transported from the scene by EMS. Adrian Eugene Bradshaw, Jr., 31, of Kansas City, MO was the first suspect arrested for assault, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and possession of narcotics in connection to the Talon Drive shots fired incident.
KNOX CITY HOME DISTROYED BY FIRE EARLY SUNDAY MORNING
Area firefighters responded to a fire at 302 East Edina Street in Knox City at around 1:30 a.m. Sunday morning. KTVO and KTVO dot com reported that the homeowner said his 4-year old niece was awake watching television when the power went out and the room filled with smoke. The 4-year-old then woke up the family, allowing them to evacuate in time. The homeowner attempted to put out the fire, but was unsuccessful. Knox City Rural Fire Department Chief Todd Goodwin reported that there were no injuries. Chief Goodwin said that the home was a total loss. The Edina Sentinel reported that the homeowner thinks the fire started near a wood-burning stove, but according to Chief Goodwin the cause of the fire was electrical. Firefighters from Knox City, Edina, and LaBelle responded.
BROOKFIELD DRIVER INJURED IN SUNDAY CRASH
The Highway Patrol said a Brookfield resident, 65 year old Norman L. Duncan received minor injuries in a single vehicle crash Sunday morning around 11 am on MO 11, 3 miles east of Brookfield. According to the report, Duncan was southbound when his vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway and down an embankment. The vehicle then struck a tree and overturned. Duncan was transported by Linn County Ambulance to Pershing Hospital in Brookfield for treatment. The Brookfield Police and Fire Departments assisted at the scene.
TEEN KILLED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY ACCIDENT
A Ballwin teen was killed in an accident that occurred at around 1am Friday in Callaway County. The patrol says that 18 year old Justin Tognozzi was westbound on I-70 when he lost control on the ice-covered roadway and struck a freightliner which was stopped due to a previous crash which was blocking the road. The teen was pronounced dead at the scene.
MAN INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
Another crash happened Friday morning in Callaway County due to the ice-covered road as 20 year old Aidan Harley of Mexico was on Route E when he lost control of his car and it traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree. He sustained minor injuries in the crash.
Weekend Report- February 26-27, 2022
TEEN KILLED IN CALLAWAY
A Ballwin teen was killed in an accident that occurred at around 1am Friday in
MAN INJURED IN FRIDAY MORNING CRASH
Another crash happened Friday morning in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SATURDAY NIGHT WRECK
A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle wreck Saturday night in
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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February 25, 2022
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ICY AND SNOW COVERED ROADS QUICKLY RESULT IN SEVERAL VEHICLE CRASHES
Slick driving conditions due to snow covered and icy roads resulted in several vehicle crashes in the area Thursday. The highway patrol reported 44 year old Bonnie Brantner of Edina had serious injuries when a southbound car driven by 44 year old Roger Brantner of Edina went out of control on snow covered US 63, 4 miles north of Macon at 11:45 am Thursday and slid off into the median and struck two MoDot signs. The woman was transported by ambulance to Samaritan Hospital in Macon for treatment. Around that same time, an out of state passenger received minor injuries in a single vehicle crash in Marion County on US 36, 2 miles west of Hannibal when the driver lost control on the snow covered highway. The vehicle went off the road and overturned. KTVO reported an icy mist caused a rollover crash and three slide-offs within a matter of minutes Thursday afternoon on a stretch of Highway 63 near Millard. A small pickup truck driven by Ashlynn Raine, 30, of Queen City, was southbound when it started sliding out of control on the icy roadway. The pickup crossed the median and the northbound lanes before overturning in a ditch just about a quarter-of-a-mile north of Millard. About a mile away, two pickups and an SUV slid off Highway 63 just south of Millard, within minutes of each other. A maroon pickup started sliding on the roadway before going off the right side of the highway. The driver's side of the truck slammed into a utility pole. The driver was not injured. A little bit farther south on Highway 63, a pickup truck and an SUV slid into the median and into the right-hand ditch, respectively. The occupants of these vehicles were not hurt. State troopers immediately called MoDOT to send trucks to spread grit on the highway. At 5:55 pm last night, a female juvenile from Kansas City, KS had minor injuries and was treated at the scene when the driver of a westbound SUV lost control on US 36, 1 mile west of Shelbina. That vehicle went off the roadway and overturned. At 6:30 pm in Macon County, a single vehicle crash on US 36, 2 miles west of Macon resulted in moderate injuries for both the driver and a passenger from Brookfield. 63 year old Thomas Jenkins began to slid on the ice covered road and went off the right side of the road, struck an embankment and overturned. Jenkins and a passenger, 61 year old Kathryn Berry both received moderate injuries and were transported by ambulance to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment. Troop F of the Highway Patrol also reported lots of similar accidents that resulted in various injuries from minor to serious from weather related crashes. One of those was a fatality crash in Boone County last night at 7:39 pm on US 63 northbound when 54 year old John Forsee of Ashland was northbound in a pickup that began to slid on the ice covered roadway. The patrol said the vehicle went off the left side of the road, struck a sign and a culvert and then overturned. The driver was pronounced deceased on the scene. He was not wearing a seat belt according to the report. Other crashes due to road conditions were reported in Montgomery, Howard, Audrain, Callaway, Cooper, Cole, Osage and several other areas.
MOBERLY POLICE INVESTIGATING PROPERTY DAMAGE REPORTS
The Moberly Police Department is currently investigating several reports of property damage which were the result of rocks and bricks being thrown from the Morley St railroad overpass between Coates St and Rollins St. in Moberly. In a post on social media Thursday, police say if you sustained damage to a vehicle in this area, please contact the Moberly Police Department at 660-263-0346. The post by local police also went on to clarify this was the result of criminal activity and NOT the stability of the bridge itself.
THREE ARRESTED IN FULTON DRUG BUST
Three people were arrested on Wednesday when Fulton Police, the Callaway County Sheriff’s Department and the Mustang Drug Task Force served a narcotics search warrant at a home in the 800 block of High Street in Fulton. Authorities found a large amount of crack cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, multiple firearms, and cash. All three subjects were held at the Callaway County Jail. According to the report, John Overstreet, of Jefferson City, was arrested for two counts of Drug Trafficking, and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Steven Meuth, of Fulton, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Dana Giboney, of Fulton, was arrested for two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. John Overstreet is also on federal probation for drug trafficking.
COLUMBIA POLICE DETAIN SECOND JEVENILE INVOLVED IN HOMICIDE ON FEBRUARY 19TH
Columbia Police have detained a second 16-year-old male juvenile of Columbia for his involvement in the homicide that occurred at a residence in the 1800 block of McKee Street. The juvenile was detained for the charges of first-degree murder, assault and armed criminal action and is in the custody of juvenile authorities. The first 16 year old male juvenile remains in custody of juvenile authorities after being detained earlier in the week. On Saturday, Feb. 19 at approximately 12:40 a.m., Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired and located a juvenile who was critically injured. She was transported to a hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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02/24/2022
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KIRKSVILLE WOMAN INJURED WHEN STRUCK BY CAR THAT LEFT THE SCENE AT KIRKSVILLE WALMART
KTVO reports a woman suffered minor injuries when she was struck by a car during a hit-and-run incident in the Kirksville Wal-Mart parking lot Tuesday afternoon around 1:30 pm in the curbside pickup area. Abby Porter, 47, of Kirksville, told KTVO she was walking through the parking lot when a car backed into her and knocked her to the ground. She said as soon as the car hit her, the female driver stopped, put the car in "Drive" and sped off. Porter managed to get the license plate number to give to police and said officers tracked down the driver Tuesday night. Porter said she has sore muscles and a scrape on her wrist from catching herself when she fell. She declined medical treatment at the scene.
IN PERSON COURT PROCEEDINGS RESUME IN MACON AND SHELBY COUNTY MARCH 1ST
Effective March 1st, the Macon and Shelby County Court facilities will resume in person court proceedings. All persons entering the courtrooms of the Macon County and Shelby County Judicial Court facilities will be required to wear a face covering that covers their nose and mouth and individuals should observe 3 foot spacing whenever possible. The Municipal Divisions in Clarence and Shelbina are also included in the order. Other provisions are also outlined including provisions that affect the Circuit Clerks office, Chief Juvenile Offices and the Municipal Clerks offices and judicial employee’s in each county. The Court order was signed and filed yesterday and is effective March 1st.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
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On February 15, 2022, Deputies responded to the 900 block of Tree Farm Road for a reported vehicle fire. Deputies were further advised a male subject was seen walking back and forth from the vehicle. High Hill Fire Department extinguished the fire. Through the course of the investigation, Deputies made contact with the registered owner and learned they had not owned the vehicle in over a year. This investigation is ongoing, if you have any information about this incident please contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
On February 17, 2022, Deputies received a report of a possible hostage situation. The father of the reported victim had received text messages stating his daughter was being held against her will. Deputies responded to the location and made contact with the residents. The female was located and she advised law enforcement she never sent any messages and she wanted to be there. Through the course of the investigation, it was discovered the female and her boyfriend had a total of 10 outstanding warrants for their arrest. The warrants ranged from traffic violations, stealing, and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Both subjects were taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸:
Motorist Assist – I 70
Pedestrian Check – I 70
911 Accidental – Jonesburg
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Narcotic Activity – Montgomery City
Fraud – Montgomery City
Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
Pedestrian Check – I 70
Unwanted Subject – New Florence
911 Accidental – Mineola
Stealing - Jonesburg
Civil Stand-By – New Florence
C & I – I 70
Special Assignment – Wellsville
Domestic – New Florence
Suspicious Activity – New Florence
Disturbance – High Hill
Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
C & I – I 70
Disturbance – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Rhineland
Fire – Middletown
Assist Other Agency – Bellflower
Missing Child/Person – Bellflower
Illegal Dumping – Rhineland
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
911 Accidental – Rhineland
Disturbance – Montgomery City
Citizen Assist – High Hill
C & I – I 70
Abandoned Vehicle – Montgomery City
Threats – Big Spring
911 Accidental – Jonesburg
Traffic Hazard – New Florence
Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery city
Disturbance – Bellflower
Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
Unwanted Subject – New Florence
Suspicious Activity - High Hill
Missing Child/Person – New Florence
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Check Well Being – Mineola
Fire – New Florence
911 Accidental – Unknown
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – New Florence
C & I – New Florence
Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
C & I – I 70
Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
Fire – High Hill
Public Service Request – Jonesburg
Public Service Request – Jonesburg
Disturbance – Montgomery City
Suspicious Person – Big Spring
Child Custody Exchange – New Florence
Attempt to Contact – Bellflower
C & I – Montgomery City
Disturbance – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – New Florence
Attempt To Contact – Montgomery city
Assist Other Agency – Bellflower
Citizen Assist – Bellflower
C & I – I 70
Threats – Montgomery City
Weapons Offense – I 70
Check Well Being – I 70
Motorist Assist – New Florence
Traffic Hazard – Jonesburg
Traffic Accident - I 70
Traffic Accident – I 70
911 Hang-up - High Hill
Assist Other Agency – I 70
Assist EMS – Jonesburg
Check Wellbeing – Bellflower
Suspicious Activity _ New Florence
Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
Traffic Accident – I 70
Traffic Hazard – Jonesburg
Check wellbeing – Big Spring
Traffic Accident – I 70
Abandoned Vehicle – Wellsville
February 23, 2022
WINTER WEATHER RETURNS – MOTORISTS WARNED TO WATCH OUT FOR ICE AND SNOW
A mixed bag of wintry precipitation will move into
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We told you yesterday about the Highway Patrol making a felony drug arrest in
Columbia Police have detained a 16-year-old male juvenile of
February 22, 2022
HIGHWAY PATROL MAKES TWO ARRESTS IN
The Patrol made two arrests in
TWO AREA RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN BOONE
The highway patrol said two area residents were involved in a
COLDER AIR MOVING BACK INTO REGION -
As much colder air is moving into the region and will be impacting the area through Friday, the National Weather Service is forecasting overnight low temperatures below 25 degrees Fahrenheit from Tuesday, Feb. 22, to Friday, Feb. 25, the City of Columbia will open a temporary overnight warming center once again at Wabash Bus Station, 126 N. 10th St., each night from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. The overnight warming center will serve as a resource for individuals unable or unwilling to access local emergency shelter services. Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services coordinates a network of warming and cooling centers in the community during extreme temperatures. There are several locations in
CoMo.gov/Health/Human-Services/Warming-and-Cooling-Centers
February 21, 2022
THREE SHOT IN
On Saturday, Feb. 19 at approximately 12:40 a.m., Columbia Police officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 1800 block of
Columbia Police have arrested Leon Aldemar Francois White, 41, of
Weekend Report- February 19-20, 2022
DRIVER HURT IN
A driver was hurt in an accident that occurred at 6:55pm Saturday in
MAN INJURED IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A St. Peters man was injured in a Saturday afternoon crash in
February 17, 2022
USCELLULAR ANNOUNCES $70.3 MILLION NETWORK INVESTMENT IN
UScellular has announced that it made a $70.3 million investment in its
Additionally, in 2021 UScellular provided $38,405 in funding to non-profit organizations, teachers and youth organizations across
To help ensure customers have a great shopping experience, UScellular also invested $1.15 million in its
MAJOR GREGORY K. SMITH RETIRES MARCH 1
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the retirement of Major Gregory K. Smith, commander of Field Operations Bureau.
Major Gregory K. Smith, commander of Field Operations Bureau with direct oversight responsibility for all nine troops, the Aircraft Division, and the Water Patrol Division, will retire March 1, 2022.
Smith was appointed to the Patrol on July 1, 1989, as a member of the 61st Recruit Class. After graduating from the Academy, he was assigned to Troop A, Zone 11,
Smith was born in
February 15, 2022
ANOTHER MILD DAY BUT WINTERY WEATHER EXPECTED BY MIDWEEK
The National Weather Service says another mild day is on tap for the entire area today with rain starting on Wednesday and by overnight Wednesday into Thursday, the rain may transition to freezing rain, sleet and a combination of sleet and snow, with heavy amounts at times.
What We Know
● Widespread rain is expected Wednesday
● A strong cold front will move south after rain starts
● Rain changes to a mix and then to snow late Wed - Thursday. Gusty winds expected.
What We Don’t Know
● Precise timing of the liquid to frozen transition
● Precise snow and ice amounts and locations
What To Do
● Monitor the latest forecast for updates
● Plan for potential wintry conditions Thursday
Keep it here and we will keep you posted on the latest weather information.
Due to the National Weather Service forecasting overnight low temperatures below 25 degrees Fahrenheit on the nights of Wednesday, Feb. 16, and Thursday, Feb. 17, the City of
· Wabash Bus Station will be open during the daytime hours as a warming center Monday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. as part of the City's network of warming centers.
· The City will be contracting with a private security company to staff the
February 14, 2022
SUSPECT DEAD AFTER BEING SHOT BY BOONE
On Sunday, 2/13/2022, at approximately 10:28 am, a deputy with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office was east of
MORE INFORMATION ON HIT AND RUN ON I-70 THAT KILLED PEDISTRIAN
The highway patrol’s crash report on the deadly hit and run near
MEXICO PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATES BURGLARY AND MAKES QUICK ARREST
On Friday, February 4, 2022, at approximately 9:57 PM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the 1600 block of
February 10, 2022
PEDESTRIAN HIT AND KILLED NEAR
The highway patrol said a pedestrian was struck and killed on Interstate 70 Wednesday morning in the
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE ON FEBRUARY 2022 HOLIDAYS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Friday, February 11, 2022, in observance of
Monday, February 21, 2022, in observance of Washington's birthday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
February 9, 2022
Columbia Police have learned of several telephone scams where the caller identifies as a representative from Amazon. The caller asks you to load a gift card with cash and provide the caller with the gift card number.
Citizens should remain alert. If you get a call like this; hang up and immediately contact your local law enforcement agency. You should NEVER give out any personal or financial information such as credit card numbers and expiration dates, bank account numbers, dates of birth or social security numbers to any unsolicited callers.
SHANE CAVANAH: August 2, 1941 - February 8, 2022
A well known and respected educator and area football coach, 80 year old Shane Cavanah passed away at his home on Tuesday. As noted during his induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2012, Shane was named as Head Coach at Knox County in 1965, inheriting a team with only 23 players, Shane Cavanah has compiled a career coaching record of 255-119-3 by the time of his induction in 2012, and was the Head Coach of the first ever Class One State Champions while at Princeton in 1968. Cavanah also coached two State Runner-ups in 1975 while at
THIRD PERSON CHARGED IN CONNECTION TO DECEMBER MASS SHOOTING IN
A third person is now facing charges in connection to the December Mass Shooting in Kirksville as the sister of one of the murder suspects has been charged with hindering prosecution. KTVO and KTVO dot com is reporting that Eden Lean Marie Tracy, 21, of Kirksville was charged on Friday with a felony for hindering prosecution as she’s accused of providing her brother, Anquan Glover, 22, of Kirksville, a ride to Kansas City, just minutes after the fatal December 30th shooting on West Dodson Street in Kirksville. Court Documents say during her first interview with police, Tracy repeatedly denied that she gave her brother a ride. During a second interview,
February 8, 2022
MOBERLY DRUG INVESTIGATION – ARREST WARRANT ISSUED
Around 10:30 P.M. Friday night, the Moberly Police Department received information of drug activity taking place at a residence in the 700 block of Promenade St. It was learned Michael Terrell was at the residence and in possession of a large amount of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm. Terrell is a felon and prohibited from possessing firearms. Officers also learned of small children residing in the home. Officers responded to the residence in an attempt to make contact with Terrell; however he had already left the area. Contact was made with the homeowner and Police learned Terrell has his own separate bedroom within the home. A search warrant was issued and during a search of Terrell’s bedroom, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Officers did not locate the firearm. On Saturday, the Prosecutor’s office issued an arrest warrant for Terrell for felony Delivery of a controlled substance and felony Unlawful Possession of a firearm with a $20,000 cash or surety bond. At last report, Terrell was still being sought by authorities. Anyone with information regarding his location is asked to contact the Moberly Police at (660)-263-0346 or submit a tip to the Moberly Police Department TIPS line at (660)-269-8477.
MEXICO MAN FACING SEVERAL DRUG AND OTHER CHARGES FOLLOWING TRAFFIC STOP
State Troopers conducted a traffic stop Saturday night on West Monroe Street in Mexico. A probable cause search revealed a large quantity of drugs, cash, four cell phones and a gun. That’s when 49 year old Larry D. Karhoff of Mexico was placed under arrest and is facing a total of 10 charges, most of which are felonies. The list includes Unlawful Possession of a firearm, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Trafficking Drugs – 1st degree (135 grams of methamphetamine), Possession of a Controlled Substance – Opiates, Possession of a Controlled Substance – Cocaine (1 gram), Possession of a Controlled Substance – Barbiturate (Hydrocodone), Possession of Marijuana – Less than 10 grams, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving While Suspended and No Seat Belt. The Highway Patrol Arrest Report said Karhoff was placed on a 24 hour hold at the Audrain County Jail pending formal action by the Audrain County Prosecuting Attorney.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
02/07/2022
GOOD WEATHER NEWS COMPARED TO LAST WEEKS SNOW, ICE AND COLD
The National Weather Service is forecasting some much nicer weather for the next few days. The massive winter storm that has moved across the country last week left more than a foot of snow in parts of Missouri, shutting downs schools and services and snarling traffic and left a mess on roads and interstates in its wake. On Friday, Interstate 70 was closed both eastbound and westbound at High Hill in Montgomery County after another weather related incident involving a tractor trailer unit and that was just one of the many closings on I-70 alone during and after the storm. The Missouri State Patrol reported it responded to thousands of calls during the two-day storm of stranded motorists and crashes so any warm up or forecast WITHOUT snow, ice, sleet or cold is good news. How nice? Snow cover will be the limiting factor on temps in some areas, but still we will see improvement. On Tuesday, KCI is forecast for 54 and 31 for a high and a low. Still, temp’s will be at or below freezing for the next few mornings so use caution during the morning commute and be aware of potential slick spots. The MoDOT Travelers Information map is still showing snow covered roads in portions of east Central and Northeast Missouri and throughout much of the St. Louis region. Otherwise, a big improvement compared to late last week. You are encouraged to check out the travelers information map at www.modot.org
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in Montgomery County
Weather permitting, February 8-9, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in Montgomery County. The road will be closed at Whiteside School Road to Short Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. while work is being completed. Motorists will need to use alternate routes during these times.
Contracts Awarded for Projects in Northeast District
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Northeast District projects during its regular meeting on Feb. 1. Awarded contracts include resurfacing and bridge deck seal coating.
Contracts include the following:
A $8,428,543 contract was awarded to Magruder Paving, LLC for a resurfacing project located in Montgomery County on Interstate 70 from the Callaway County line to 2 miles east of Route F near High Hill, the total length of improvement being 32.43 miles.
A $154,821 contract was awarded to Missouri Petroleum Products for bridge deck seal coating projects located in Monroe County at the following locations:
Missouri Route 107 - the bridge over South Fork Salt River approximately one-half mile south of Route U near Florida.
Missouri Route 107 - the bridge over North Fork Salt River one-half mile north of Route U near Florida.
When start dates are established, MoDOT will alert the public about the project through signs, news releases and social media.
NEW ASSOCIATE CIRCUIT JUDGE FOR PUTNAM COUNTY
Putnam County has a new Associate Circuit Judge. This past Friday, Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced a total of 4 judicial appointments. Those appointments included the 3rd Judicial Circuit which includes Putnam County.
Anthony Horvath, of Linn, was appointed as the Putnam County Associate Circuit Judge in the 3rd Judicial Circuit to fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the death of the Honorable Samuel D. Frank. Horvath has been serving as the Deputy Judge Advocate General for the Missouri National Guard. He earned a Bachelor of Science in justice systems from Truman State University and a Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law. Horvath will fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the death of the Honorable Samuel D. Frank.
The Honorable Chris McDonough, of Weldon Springs, was appointed as Circuit Judge for Division 5 of the 11th Judicial Circuit. Judge McDonough currently serves as an Associate Circuit Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit, Judge McDonough will fill the Circuit Judge vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Jon A. Cunningham.
Robert W. Cornejo, of St. Peters, will be appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for Division 13 of the 11th Judicial Circuit. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Labor and Industrial Relations Commission and is from St. Peters. Cornejo will fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Chris McDonough to Circuit Judge.
Mathew Houston, of Pacific, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for Franklin County in the 20th Judicial Circuit. Houston currently serves as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Franklin County and will fill the Associate Circuit Judge vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable David L. Hoven.
Weekend Report- February 5-6, 2022
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in
Weather permitting, February 8-9, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
Contracts Awarded for Projects in Northeast District
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Northeast District projects during its regular meeting on Feb. 1. Awarded contracts include resurfacing and bridge deck seal coating.
Contracts include the following:
A $8,428,543 contract was awarded to Magruder Paving, LLC for a resurfacing project located in
A $154,821 contract was awarded to Missouri Petroleum Products for bridge deck seal coating projects located in
When start dates are established, MoDOT will alert the public about the project through signs, news releases and social media.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
… from the Best Broadcast Group News Room
02/04/2022
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TWO COLUMBIA RESIDENTS ARRESTED CHARGED AFTER JEFFERSON CITY SHOOTING THURSDAY MORNING
Jefferson City Police now have two people in custody following a shooting incident in Jefferson City Thursday morning where a 25 year old man was shot. Police say someone called emergency services to the 600 block of Boonville Road at 7:55 am Thursday saying someone had been shot. Police later learned the victim was then taken to the Break Time Station at 1940 West Main which is where police found the man who had been shot. Emergency personnel then transported the victim to a hospital for treatment. Police said the victim was not cooperating with them, but witnesses gave authorities a description of the suspect. Further investigation determined that 27 year old Powell Yaeger and 32 year old Alisha Selvey, both of Columbia were at the scene of the shooting and left before police arrived. Both Yaeger and Selvey were arrested in Hartsburg and a rifle was located in their vehicle that Police believe was used in the shooting. Yaeger has been charged with Armed Criminal Action, Assault, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Selvey was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Both were being held without bond at the Cole County Jail. Jefferson City Police thanked the Boone County Sheriff’s Department for their assistance in the quick apprehension of the two suspects. Police also said the suspects and the victim knew one another.
COLUMBIA FIREFIGHTERS CALLED TO WATER RESCUE AFTER ONE PERSON AND A DOG FALL THROUGH ICE
Thursday afternoon, Feb. 3, 2022, just after 3 o’clock the Columbia Fire Department was called to a water rescue in the 2600 block of Carrera Drive for reports of people and a dog that had fallen through the ice on a frozen lake. Due to recent snowfall, hazardous road conditions made access to the scene difficult. Approximately 10 minutes after the initial dispatch, the first arriving crew found that one individual who had fallen through the ice had self-rescued, was out of the water and had been taken to a nearby residence. Additionally, as efforts were underway to rescue the dog, a subject nearby in a kayak began breaking ice in attempts to get to the dog. As the crew approached the shore, the subject fell from the kayak into the water. The crew assisted this subject out of the water and to his home nearby. The crew observed that a dog was still in the water approximately 30 feet from the shore. Prior to their arrival, firefighters had already donned special ice-rescue gear and were able to reach the dog and safely guide it from the water within 4 minutes of the crews’ arrival.
WANTED FUGUTIVE IN CUSTODY AFTER STAND OFF WITH KIRKSVILLE POLICE THURSDAY AFTERNOON
A Kirksville man who was wanted on several warrants has been taken into custody and a second suspect was also arrested for hindering prosecution. The case began around the end of November when Kirksville Police responded to Northeast Regional Medical Center for a report of a man and woman with gunshot wounds. The male in this instance was identified as Austin Ray Triplet. During the subsequent investigation, Austin Ray Triplet, was charged in Adair County Court with felony charges of Delivery of Controlled Substance, two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, three counts of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Adair County arrest warrants were issued for Austin Triplet on these charges on 11/29/2021. Triplet also had five probation warrants from the State of Iowa and a Kirksville Municipal warrant. It was no secret that the man was being sought by authorities as he was featured in the Kirksville Police Department’s “Wanted Wednesday” News releases on December 15th and 29th. As law enforcement continued to check into leads regarding the suspects possible whereabouts, one of the leads indicated Triplet was being harbored by 35 year old Tasha McKim, at a residence in the 400 block of West Cottonwood in Kirksville. Police contacted McKim, informed her of the wanted status of Austin Triplet and warned her about providing him with aid to avoid arrest. During first few days of this month, police gathered further evidence that Triplet was living with McKim at her residence in the 400 block of West Cottonwood. A search warrant was obtained for that residence and was served just before noon on Thursday, 02/03/2022. As the search warrant was being served, Austin Triplet barricaded himself inside the home. Tasha McKim was taken into custody for hindering prosecution. Kirksville Police and members of their Special Response Team remained on scene and attempted to negotiate with Austin Triplet to surrender. Triplet did eventually surrendered and was taken into custody on his outstanding arrest warrants. No one was injured during this incident and no shots were fired. Kirksville Police were arrested by the Adair County Sheriff’s Department, Truman State University Police, Missouri State Highway Patrol, North Missouri Drug Task Force, Kirksville Fire Department, Adair County E911 Center, and Adair County Ambulance District.
SHOOTING INVESTIGATION IN LIVINGSTON COUNTY
On Tuesday, February 01, 2022 about 5:11 p.m., the Livingston County Sheriff's Department was dispatched to a report of a shooting in the 500 block of East Polk Street (outside the city limits of Chillicothe on East Polk/Route V). Preliminary information suggests one male was allegedly intoxicated and some type of argument took place between he and another adult male. The intoxicated man was reportedly angry and charged at the other man who then discharged a handgun toward the ground but stuck the intoxicated male in the leg. The intoxicated male who was shot was treated and released. On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Missouri Probation and Parole Officer’s requested assistance from the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department while they conducted their own investigation at the scene and subsequently took the individual who had been shot in the leg into custody for alleged parole violation(s) as that man is on parole for felony DWI. Chillicothe Police and Missouri Probation and Parole have assisted the Sheriff’s office on this case. The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is continuing the investigation and will submit a final report to Prosecuting Attorney Adam Warren for consideration of additional charges.
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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February 3, 2022
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MORE WINTER WEATHER THROUGH THURSDAY – ROUND TWO UNDERWAY
The first round of snow from the powerful winter storm that’s been impacting the Show-Me-State resulted in varied snowfall amounts. In the Mid Missouri area, official reports indicated 7 inches of snow was measured in Columbia, 6 inches in Jefferson City, Sturgeon had 9 and a total of 11 inches of snow was measured in Moberly. Most of that same area has had additional snowfall overnight adding to those totals. Drifting also remains a problem and while the Interstates and major routes were the focus for snow plow operators, many secondary highways still haven’t been plowed which adds to the dangerous driving on many roads throughout the area. Also, many of the roads that have been plowed are continuing to drift and some big drifts have reported. Bitter cold temps also are hampering the recovery process from the storm. And as expected, travel delays from numerous accidents, slide offs, vehicles stuck in snow and more have been reported. We also want to remind you the current Missouri road conditions statewide can be found on the Travelers Information Map. We have a link posted on our station website or you can visit www.modot.org.
TRAVEL ISSUES COMMON
Even though many stayed home and off the roadways, others were not so lucky and the first round of freezing rain, sleet and snow resulted in numerous accidents and travel issues. Interstate 70 was closed several times across the state and motorists were delayed. A tractor-trailer crash in Montgomery County near mile marker 188, just west of the Route A/B exit closed the westbound lanes for a period of time. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said earlier Tuesday that it had responded to dozens of calls in Central Missouri, but only one injury crash. A tractor-trailer slideoff earlier Tuesday closed part of I-70 in Callaway County. Boone County authorities also warned of a crash in the westbound lanes near the St. Charles Road exit in Columbia and another near the Midway exit, west of Columbia. The Missouri Department of Transportation warned drivers to avoid eastbound Interstate 70 near the Williamsburg exit in Callaway County and it was like that clear across the state. Crews are continuing efforts to improve road conditions statewide. Overnight, the second round of snow was leaving the heaviest amounts of snow along I-44 and throughout the Lake of the Ozarks region as it lifted north. This weather system is beginning to wind down and will leave us with those bitter cold temps for another day or so before we see temps climb back above the freezing mark over the weekend.
TRUCKER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES IN SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
State Troopers say a semi-truck driver escaped serious injuries in a weekend crash in Shelby County. According to the patrol crash report, the accident happened before 11 a.m. Saturday, on US Highway 36, one mile west of Lentner, when the semi, driven by 37 year old Michael Horner of Houlton, Maine, ran off the right side of the road and struck a tree. Horner was transported by ambulance to Hannibal Regional Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
FOUR VEHICLES STOLEN FROM A DEALERSHIP IN KIRKSVILLE EARLY TUESDAY MORNING
KTVO and KTVO dot com reports Kirksville Police are investigating the theft of four vehicles from a Kirksville car dealership. That occurred Tuesday morning around 4 am. The owner of Snelling Auto Plaza on North Osteopathy Street said the vehicles were taken after those responsible broke into the facility thoruhg an office window, where they found the keys to all the vehicles on the lot and took off with those keys. The owner said he thinks four people may have committed the thefts, but that is still under investigation by the Police Department. Three of the four vehicles taken have been recovered. Two were found in Kirksville, and one north of Kirksville. The one vehicle that is still missing is a red 2013 Chevy Silverado crew cab pickup truck. If anyone has any information about this crime, you are asked to call the Kirksville Police Department at 660-785-6945.
MONTGOMERY COUNT Y SHERIFF’S REPORT
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On January 21, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the Big Springs area. After making contact, deputies were advised that the driver had warrants out of Montgomery and Warren Counties. Upon searching, deputies found the driver was in possession of drug paraphernalia. The driver was transported to the Montgomery County Jail, booked on the warrants, and further charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Displaying Plates of another vehicle.
On January 25, 2022, Deputies responded to a business in New Florence for stealing and an unwanted subject. Through the course of the investigation Deputies learned the subject had come into the business and taken food items to a secluded area and began eating them. The business did not want to pursue charges, but wanted him to leave the premises. The subject was removed and transported him to a location where he could get a bus.
I know when we aren’t feeling good, the last thing we want to do is travel somewhere to get a COVID test but, did you know that you may be eligible to obtain free, at home, COVID tests kits online. Go to special.usps.com/testkits complete the form and you will received 4 free test kits by mail. Please remember, if you test positive for COVID, you should always notify your local County Health Department.
𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸:
Motorist Assist – New Florence
C & I – I 70
Property Damage – Rhineland
Special Assignment – Jonesburg
VIN Verification – Montgomery City
Investigation – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Traffic Hazard – I 70
Traffic Hazard – Montgomery City
Investigation – Montgomery City
Check Well Being – Wellsville
Property Damage – New Florence
911 Open Line – Williamsburg
Suspicious Activity – I 70
C & I – I 70
Medical – Wellsville
Assist Other Agency – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
911 Open Line – Jonesburg
Check Well Being – Wellsville
Business Check – Montgomery City
911 Open Line – New Florence
Break In – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Jonesburg
911 Accidental – I 70
Motorist Assist – I 70
Attempt to Contact – Wellsville
911 Accidental – New Florence
911 Accidental – New Florence
Attempt to Contact – New Florence
911 Accidental – New Florence
911 Open Line – Montgomery City
Domestic – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – Hermann
Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
Business Check – Jonesburg
Stealing – New Florence
C & I – I 70
Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – I 70
Traffic Hazard – I 70
Missing Child/Person – New Florence
Investigation – Wellsville
Medical – Bellflower
Missing Child/ Person – Jonesburg
Assist Other Agency – I 70
911 Accidental – New Florence
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Disturbance - Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Middletown
911 Accidental – I 70
Disturbance – New Florence
Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
Special Assignment – Montgomery City
Special Assignment – Montgomery City
Motor Vehicle Accident – Big Spring
Investigation – Montgomery City
Juvenile Complaint – Bellflower
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Alarm – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – New Florence
Suspicious Vehicle – Bellflower
Check Well Being – I 70
Business Check – Rhineland
911 Open Line – I 70
Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
Citizen Assist – Montgomery City
Alarm – Jonesburg
Special Assignment – Jonesburg
Special Assignment – Jonesburg
Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
Check Well Being – New Florence
Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – Bellflower
Motor Vehicle Accident – Montgomery City
C & I – I 70
Assist Other Agency – I 70
Suspicious Activity - Wellsville
Violation of Order of Protection - Jonesburg
Assist Warren County - Montgomery City
Requested Assistance - Wellsville
Missing Person Located - Montgomery County
Ed Neglect - Montgomery City
Suicidal Subject - Bellflower
Missing Canines - New Florence
Property Damage - Middletown
LOCAL & REGIONAL NEWS SUMMARY
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February 2, 2022
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WINTER STORM WARNING remains in effect for majority of Missouri until 6 pm Thursday
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY remains in effect for North West Missouri and counties in North Missouri that border southern Iowa until 6 pm Thursday
GOVENOR PARSON DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY
The weather is our main newsmaker right now as a powerful winter storm is impacting the Show Me State with sleet, freezing rain and ice plus 12 inches or more of snow. The Missouri Department of Transportation advises Missourians not to travel through the end of the week. On Tuesday, Gov. Mike Parson declared a state of emergency for the entire state of Missouri due to the severe winter storm. MoDot is advising Missourians and others not to travel through the end of the week due to extremely hazardous driving conditions for most of the state. Other emergency, road maintenance and government officials are saying the same thing and urging individuals to stay home and give plow crews and emergency responders room to work. MoDot crews will be focused on working the Interstates and major routes through the storm, so smaller roads may not be touched for up to a couple of days and with bitter cold temperatures on the back end of the storm, it will make clearing roads a slow process through the end of the week and into the weekend. Check current Missouri road conditions on the Traveler Information Map at www.modot.org as travel is not advised and in some areas impossible. You’ll also find a link on our website. Also, also don’t forget about your pets that may be outside as there’s nothing worse for animals than being wet and cold. Please remember to bring them inside and make sure they have plenty of food and water.
COOPERATIVE RESPONSE CENTER EXPANDING TO KIRKSVILLE CREATING 87 NEW JOBS
Cooperative Response Center, a nationwide contact and alarm monitoring center, announced on Tuesday it will open a new facility in Kirksville, investing more than $1 million and creating more than 87 new jobs. The new facility will be CRC’s first Missouri location and allow the company to meet increasing demand for its services. Governor Mike Parson was in town for the official announcement and offered his congratulations to Cooperative Response Center on its success as it creates good-paying jobs that will support Missourians and their families for years to come.” He also said “This company’s new facility is an exciting development for Kirksville and the broader north Missouri region,” CRC provides inbound customer and dispatching services to more than 450 electric utilities nationwide. Each year, CRC receives more than 6 million calls from members and customers of electric cooperatives and municipal utilities. The company is currently training staff at Moberly Area Community College’s Kirksville campus to fill positions created as part of its expansion. CRC is actively recruiting for additional staff at its new facility and is allowing employees to work remotely until preparations are complete. Salaries for the 87 new positions are above the county average wage. Founded in 1992, this expansion marks the fourth location for CRC as they have steadily increased the size and scope of its operation with offices in Austin, Minnesota: Dunlap, Tennessee: Abilene, Texas: and the newest office location – Kirksville, Missouri! Welcome to the Show-Me-State CRC! To learn more about CRC, visit www.crc.coop.
February 1, 2022
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING
Heavy snow of 6 to 14 inches and light glaze of ice possible!!!
MULTI-DAY WINTER STORM THREATENS TRAVEL IN
Major winter weather is forecast for much of the state beginning overnight Tuesday and continuing through the end of the week. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from tonight through Thursday morning. Heavy snow is possible with total accumulations of 6 to 14 inches possible. The Missouri Department of Transportation urges people to stay off the roads if at all possible during the periods of ice and snow. If you must travel this week, use extra caution, anticipate slower travel times and consult the Traveler Information Map for road conditions. “This is a potentially severe winter storm that will play out over several days and dump a mixed bag of freezing precipitation on most of the state,” said MoDOT Director Patrick McKenna. “Up to 12 inches or more of snow has been forecast for portions of
DRIVER MODERATELY INJURED AFTER VAN STRIKES TREE
The patrol reports 47 year old Tanya Reed of
PEDISTRIAN HIT BY VEHICLE SATURDAY NIGHT IN
According to the Columbia Police Department, Sullivan Preston, age 19, of Columbia was walking East on I-70 Drive Northwest around 8:10 pm Saturday night when he was hit by a vehicle driven by 30-year-old Joseph Gilmore. Gilmore was driving East on I-70 Northwest. Preston was transported to a local hospital by
Weekend Report- January 29-30, 2022
Road to Close for Patching Operations on Route J in
Weather permitting, February 8-9, MoDOT crews will be performing patching operations on Route J in
BOONE
An investigation is underway after the Boone County Sheriff’s deputies found a man stabbed and shot late Monday night. According to the report, deputies were dispatched to the 5700 block of
January 27, 2022
MAN SOUGHT BY
The man sought by Columbia Police who was wanted on a no bond arrest warrant for several sex related offences is now in custody after being apprehended by the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department. A release from the Sheriff’s Department that was posted on social media indicates Randolph County Deputies obtained information indicating the whereabouts of the suspect. That information led deputies to a residence in
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This past year was very busy. For the year 2021, the Deputies responded to more than 6,000 calls for service, served nearly 1,000 criminal and/or civil summons, and Jailers booked 1,062 people into the Montgomery County Jail. We are praying for a calmer 2022.
· On January 14, 2022, Deputies responded to the Jonesburg area for a report of Stolen Property. The victim advised someone broke into their box trailer and stole a generator, two circular saws, a hand held LED light, multiple batteries, and a cordless drill. If you or someone you know has information about this theft, please contact
· On January 15, 2022, Deputies responded to the Jonesburg area for a reported Disturbance. Upon arrival, Deputies were told the suspect had left the residence. The victim also showed where the suspect damaged several windows and doors before leaving. Deputies later located the suspect and conducted a traffic stop. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Property Damage and Driving While Revoked.
· On January 16, 2022, Deputies responded to the 500 Block of East Booneslick Road in Jonesburg for a report of a vehicle striking a house and leaving the scene of the accident. Deputies advised the tire tracks showed that the vehicle left the roadway, went through the ditch and struck the west side of the home. The victim was not able to give a description of the vehicle. The impact caused moderate structural damage to the house. As of now the investigation continues. If you or someone you know has information about this incident, please contact the
· On January 20, 2022, a Deputy was involved in an accident while running code to
· Pedestrian Check – Jonesburg
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Motorist Assist – New
· Medical – Jonesburg
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· Animal Complaint –
· Public Service Request –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Child Custody Dispute – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental –
· Attempt to Contact – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Attempt to Contact –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Disturbance – Hermann
· Domestic – Jonesburg
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Public Service Request –
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist – New
· Medical – Wellsville
· Suicidal Subject – Jonesburg
· Break In –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Assault – High Hill
· Check Well Being –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – Truxton
· Motor Vehicle Accident – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Fire – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Investigation –
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person –
· Arrest –
· Animal Complaint – Truxton
· Vandalism –
· Suspicious Activity – High Hill
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Domestic –
· Pedestrian Check –
· Animal Complaint – New
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· 911 Hang Up/Accidental – Jonesburg
· Medical – Wellsville
· Stealing –
· Civil Stand by –
· Citizen Assist – Montgomery
· Medical –
· Traffic Accident –
· Violation Ex-parte – New Florence
· Motorist Assist – New